In the mandi rate roundup for 25 Aug 2026, Papaya was quoted at ₹3,120 per quintal in Raikot APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Papaya today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Papaya Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,120
- Lowest Price Today₹3,120
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,120
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date25 Aug 2026
- CommodityPapaya (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its This Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Papaya about 1.5% below the period average, and just 5.7% 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
This table ranks Papaya rates across active mandis for 25 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kalaburagi APMC Leader | ₹7,000 |
| 2 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 3 SMY Jaisinghpur APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 4 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 5 PMY Chamba APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 6 PMY Una APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 7 SMY Palampur APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 8 PMY Kullu APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 9 Parimpore Srinagar (F&V) APMC | ₹5,150 |
| 10 PMY Bilaspur APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 11 Gingee(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 12 PMY Kangni Mandi APMC | ₹5,000 |
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 ₹2,000 (40.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05This Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the past week, Papaya prices at Raikot APMC ranged between ₹2,850 and ₹3,310, with the average around ₹3,167. 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 Aug | ₹3,120 | ₹3,120 | ₹3,120 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,110 | ₹3,110 | ₹3,110 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,310 | ₹3,310 | ₹3,310 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,290 | ₹3,290 | ₹3,290 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,210 | ₹3,210 | ₹3,210 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,160 | ₹3,160 | ₹3,160 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,190 | ₹3,190 | ₹3,190 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,180 | ₹3,180 | ₹3,180 |
| 17 Jul | ₹3,250 | ₹3,250 | ₹3,250 |
| 25 Jun | ₹2,850 | ₹2,850 | ₹2,850 |
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
Before carting Papaya to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Papaya was priced at this level in Raikot APMC on 25 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.