In the day's wholesale-price digest for 22 Sep 2026, Papaya was quoted at ₹5,300 per quintal in Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
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
- Date22 Sep 2026
- CommodityPapaya (Papaya)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Papaya is about 26.6% above the period average, sitting just 5.4% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Papaya rates across active mandis for 22 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Hunsur APMC Leader | ₹20,000 |
| 2 Parimpore Srinagar (F&V) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 4 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 5 SMY Nadaun APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 6 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 7 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Rajouri (Phaliana) (F&V) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 9 PMY Dhalli Shimla APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 10 PMY Una APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 12 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,300 |
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 ₹14,700 (277.4%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
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 ₹4,186. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,300 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,300 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,300 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,300 |
| 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 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Papaya today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Papaya rate at Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 22 Sep 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.