As the 18 Sep 2026 session wrapped up, Papaya was quoted at ₹3,310 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
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,310
- Lowest Price Today₹3,310
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,310
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityPapaya (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Papaya about 4.0% above the period average, and right at 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 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ladwa APMC Leader | ₹8,000 |
| 2 Fruit and Vegetable Market Udhampur APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 4 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 5 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 6 Parimpore Srinagar (F&V) APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 7 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 8 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 9 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 10 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 11 Kurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 12 PMY Chamba APMC | ₹5,250 |
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 ₹2,750 (52.4%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Papaya prices at Raikot APMC ranged between ₹2,850 and ₹3,310, with the average around ₹3,183. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹3,310 | ₹3,310 | ₹3,310 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,285 | ₹3,285 | ₹3,285 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,260 | ₹3,260 | ₹3,260 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,240 | ₹3,240 | ₹3,240 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,160 | ₹3,160 | ₹3,160 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,135 | ₹3,135 | ₹3,135 |
| 07 Sep | ₹3,120 | ₹3,120 | ₹3,120 |
| 02 Sep | ₹3,120 | ₹3,120 | ₹3,120 |
| 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
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Papaya was priced at this level in Raikot APMC on 18 Sep 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.