In the day's wholesale-price digest for 13 Aug 2026, Papaya was quoted at ₹2,730 per quintal in Hoshangabad(F&V) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Papaya Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,300
- Lowest Price Today₹2,550
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,730
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Aug 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.
At this level, Papaya is about 5.5% above the period average, sitting just 36.5% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Papaya rates stacked up across reporting markets on 13 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 PMY Dhalli Shimla APMC Leader | ₹6,500 |
| 2 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 3 SMY Nadaun APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 4 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 5 SMY Bhuntar APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 6 PMY Una APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 7 PMY Chamba APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 8 PMY Kangra APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 9 SMY Palampur APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 10 SMY Jaisinghpur APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 11 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Tanda Urmur 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.
A spread of ₹1,500 (30.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Papaya prices at Hoshangabad(F&V) APMC ranged between ₹2,100 and ₹4,300, with the average around ₹2,588. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,730 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,130 | ₹2,380 | ₹2,660 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,180 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,820 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,770 | ₹2,880 | ₹3,250 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,750 | ₹2,870 | ₹3,240 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,730 | ₹2,850 | ₹3,220 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,750 | ₹2,870 | ₹3,240 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹2,850 | ₹3,270 |
| 02 Aug | ₹3,510 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,100 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,750 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,230 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,580 | ₹2,730 | ₹3,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹2,710 | ₹3,230 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,550 | ₹2,680 | ₹3,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,520 | ₹2,640 | ₹3,160 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,440 | ₹2,550 | ₹3,130 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,490 | ₹2,530 | ₹3,150 |
| 22 Jul | ₹3,580 | ₹2,350 | ₹3,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,640 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,200 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,580 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,150 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,610 | ₹2,170 | ₹2,180 |
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
Going to the top Papaya market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Papaya stood at Hoshangabad(F&V) APMC on 13 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.