Reading today's price tape for 23 Sep 2026, Papaya was quoted at ₹3,600 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
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,600
- Lowest Price Today₹3,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Sep 2026
- CommodityPapaya (Other)
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.
Right now Papaya is about 10.3% above the period average — just 14.3% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Papaya rates stacked up across reporting markets on 23 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kalaburagi APMC Leader | ₹8,000 |
| 2 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 PMY Dhalli Shimla APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 4 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 5 SMY Nadaun APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 6 PMY Kullu APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 7 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 PMY Una APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 9 Lehra Gaga APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 SMY Bhuntar APMC | ₹5,400 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Papaya.
At ₹2,600 (48.1%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Papaya matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
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 ₹3,264. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Sep | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 |
| 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 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Papaya changed hands at this rate in Zira APMC on 23 Sep 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.