With the 05 Sep 2026 auctions now in, Papaya was quoted at ₹3,000 per quintal in Harda(F&V) APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Papaya Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date05 Sep 2026
- CommodityPapaya (Papaya)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 15.2% 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
The table below lines up Papaya rates across the markets that reported on 05 Sep 2026, so you can see where Harda(F&V) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 SMY Palampur APMC Leader | ₹8,000 |
| 2 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 SMY Rohroo APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 4 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 5 SMY Nadaun APMC | ₹5,650 |
| 6 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 7 PMY Chamba APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 8 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 9 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 10 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 11 Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Papaya.
The ₹3,000 (60.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Papaya prices at Harda(F&V) APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹4,500, with the average around ₹2,604. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 27 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 24 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
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
When picking where to sell Papaya, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Harda(F&V) APMC posted this Papaya rate on 05 Sep 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.