From today's trading desk on 17 Oct 2026, Papaya was quoted at ₹3,300 per quintal in Zira APMC. See where this sits in the day's Papaya range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What Put Zira APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,300
- Lowest Price Today₹3,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 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.
At this level, Papaya is about 0.4% above the period average, sitting just 21.4% 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
The table below lines up Papaya rates across the markets that reported on 17 Oct 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 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 4 SMY Nadaun APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 5 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 6 PMY Bilaspur APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 7 Tanda Urmur APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 8 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 9 Thanesar APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 10 SMY Jaisinghpur APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 12 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
That ₹750 (14.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Papaya fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Papaya prices at Zira APMC ranged between ₹2,900 and ₹4,200, with the average around ₹3,286. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,700 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,700 |
| 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 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Papaya, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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 17 Oct 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.