With the 20 Sep 2026 auctions now in, Papaya was quoted at ₹5,300 per quintal in Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What's Behind Today's Papaya Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,600
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Sep 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 29.9% above the period average, and just 5.4% 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
The table below lines up Papaya rates across the markets that reported on 20 Sep 2026, so you can see where Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹5,300 |
| 2 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 3 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 4 Kurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 5 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 6 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 7 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 8 Gingee(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 9 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
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.
A spread of ₹300 (6.0%) 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 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹5,600, with the average around ₹4,079. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,300 |
| 19 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,300 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,300 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,300 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,300 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,300 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,300 |
| 13 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 12 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,100 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,100 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 06 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 05 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 04 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,600 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,600 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,600 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Papaya at this level on 20 Sep 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.