As fresh arrivals settled on 16 Aug 2026, Papaya was quoted at ₹4,300 per quintal in Quadian APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Papaya today.
01What's Behind Today's Papaya Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 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.
Today's rate is about 10.3% above the period average and just 14.0% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Papaya rates across the markets that reported on 16 Aug 2026, so you can see where Quadian APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹5,750 |
| 2 SMY Bhuntar APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 3 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 4 Gingee(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 5 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 6 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 7 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 8 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 9 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,650 |
| 10 APMC Keshopur APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 11 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 12 Tanda Urmur APMC | ₹4,500 |
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 ₹1,250 (27.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Papaya fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Papaya prices at Quadian APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹3,898. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 15 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 09 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 25 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 23 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 22 Jul | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 21 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹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
Farmers comparing Papaya rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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
Bottom line: on 16 Aug 2026, Papaya traded at this rate in Quadian APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.