Checking the day's mandi numbers for 18 Sep 2026, Papaya was quoted at ₹3,600 per quintal in Zira 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
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,600
- Lowest Price Today₹3,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityPapaya (Other)
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.
At this level, Papaya is about 10.7% above the period average, sitting just 14.3% 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 18 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ladwa APMC Leader | ₹8,000 |
| 2 Fruit and Vegetable Market Udhampur APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 4 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 5 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 6 Parimpore Srinagar (F&V) APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 7 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 8 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 9 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 10 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 11 Kurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 12 PMY Chamba APMC | ₹5,250 |
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.
The ₹2,750 (52.4%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Papaya prices at Zira APMC ranged between ₹2,900 and ₹4,200, with the average around ₹3,252. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 |
| 12 Sep | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 05 Sep | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 |
| 04 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 03 Sep | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 |
| 02 Sep | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 |
| 01 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 |
| 29 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 |
| 26 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 24 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹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
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 Zira APMC on 18 Sep 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.