As fresh arrivals settled on 20 Oct 2026, Papaya was quoted at ₹2,200 per quintal in Thalavadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What's Behind Today's Papaya Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,400
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityPapaya (Papaya)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Papaya rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Papaya about 0.0% above the period average, and just 12.0% 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
The table below lines up Papaya rates across the markets that reported on 20 Oct 2026, so you can see where Thalavadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹5,750 |
| 2 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 3 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 4 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 5 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 6 Gingee(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 7 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 8 Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 9 Medavakkam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 11 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 12 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
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.
At ₹1,000 (21.1%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Papaya matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Papaya prices at Thalavadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹2,199. 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 Oct | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 19 Oct | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 18 Oct | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
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
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Thalavadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Papaya at this level on 20 Oct 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.