Going by the latest APMC figures for 09 Sep 2026, Kalaburagi APMC stood at the front of the pack for Papaya, clocking the day's best rate at ₹6,000 per quintal. It comfortably led the field, which is why traders are likely keeping an eye on it.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Papaya Rate
Strong rates like these tend to hold up when the trade behind them is broad, not just a one-off bid.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date09 Sep 2026
- CommodityPapaya (Papaya)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 21.5% above the period average and just 33.3% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Papaya rates stacked up across reporting markets on 09 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 SMY Nadaun APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 Kalaburagi APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 4 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 5 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 6 SMY Rohroo APMC | ₹5,650 |
| 7 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 8 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 9 PMY Una APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 10 PMY Kullu APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 11 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 12 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,100 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
That ₹900 (17.6%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Papaya fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Papaya prices at Kalaburagi APMC ranged between ₹30 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹4,939. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹5,000 |
Reviewing the recent daily data helps confirm whether this position is part of an ongoing trend or a short-term move driven by selective buying.
07At a Glance
08What It Means If You're Selling
Aim for the best-paying Papaya yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 09 Sep 2026, Kalaburagi APMC set the pace for Papaya. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
Disclaimer: Prices are compiled from publicly available government mandi data (AGMARKNET / data.gov.in) and are for information only — not financial advice. Confirm the live rate at the mandi before trading.