Going by the latest APMC figures for 17 Aug 2026, Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Papaya, clocking the day's best rate at ₹5,750 per quintal. It comfortably led the field, which is why traders are likely keeping an eye on it.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Papaya Rate
When a yard sits on top, it often means quality lots and active bidders showed up together.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityPapaya (Papaya)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 11.8% above the period average and just 4.2% 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
This table ranks Papaya rates across active mandis for 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹5,750 |
| 2 Morinda APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 3 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 4 Gingee(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 5 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 6 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 7 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,650 |
| 8 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 9 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 10 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,400 |
| 11 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,400 |
| 12 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,400 |
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.
That ₹1,350 (30.7%) 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 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹5,142. 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 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 16 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 15 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 09 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 02 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Aug 2026, Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC set the pace for Papaya. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.