As the 18 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Papaya was quoted at ₹3,500 per quintal in Garh Shankar APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Papaya today.
01What's Behind Today's Papaya Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityPapaya (Papaya)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Papaya rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Papaya about 0.8% above the period average, and just 12.5% 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
Here's how Papaya rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹5,750 |
| 2 SMY Nadaun APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 3 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 4 Vellore APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 5 SMY Rohroo APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 6 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 7 Gingee(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 8 Morinda APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 9 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 10 Kathua (F&V) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,650 |
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.
The ₹1,100 (23.7%) 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 Garh Shankar APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹3,471. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 |
| 20 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 17 Jul | ₹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
For Papaya, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Garh Shankar APMC reported Papaya at this level on 18 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.