In the price report dated 20 Aug 2026, Papaya was quoted at ₹3,400 per quintal in Zira APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Papaya markets.
01What Put Zira APMC on Top Today
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,400
- Lowest Price Today₹3,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityPapaya (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Papaya about 7.7% above the period average, and just 15.0% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Papaya rates across the markets that reported on 20 Aug 2026, so you can see where Zira APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 SMY Nadaun APMC Leader | ₹5,900 |
| 2 MAC F&V Market Narwal Jammu APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 3 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 4 PMY Bilaspur APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 5 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 6 PMY Chamba APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 7 PMY Kullu APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 8 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 9 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 10 SMY Jaisinghpur APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Gingee(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 ₹900 (18.0%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Papaya prices at Zira APMC ranged between ₹2,900 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹3,156. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 |
| 25 Jul | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 |
| 22 Jul | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 |
| 21 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 |
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
The headline Papaya rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
In a nutshell, Papaya was priced at this level in Zira APMC on 20 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.