As the 13 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Kurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Papaya, clocking the day's best rate at ₹6,750 per quintal. Demand here ran firm enough to push it past every other reporting market.
01What Put Kurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
A front-running rate rarely comes down to one lucky sale. More often it's a sign of healthy competition, with several buyers chasing the available lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Oct 2026
- CommodityPapaya (Papaya)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Here's where today's Papaya rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Papaya about 61.6% above the period average, and just 25.0% 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 13 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,750 |
| 2 SMY Nadaun APMC | ₹6,100 |
| 3 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 4 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 5 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 PMY Kullu APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 7 PMY Una APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 8 Fruit and Vegetable Market Udhampur APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 10 PMY Kangni Mandi APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Parimpore Srinagar (F&V) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹1,250 (22.7%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Papaya prices at Kurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹4,178. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 20 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 19 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 13 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 12 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
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
Going to the top Papaya market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Kurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC was the market to beat for Papaya on 13 Oct 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.