Based on what the markets reported on 14 Aug 2026, Papaya was quoted at ₹3,100 per quintal in Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Papaya Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,200
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Aug 2026
- CommodityPapaya (Papaya)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Papaya rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Papaya is about 11.8% above the period average — just 11.4% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Papaya rates across the markets that reported on 14 Aug 2026, so you can see where Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 PMY Hamirpur APMC Leader | ₹5,750 |
| 2 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 3 PMY Chamba APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 4 PMY Kangra APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 5 PMY Bilaspur APMC | ₹5,150 |
| 6 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 7 Tanda Urmur APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 8 Gingee(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 9 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 10 SMY Dharamshala APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 11 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,600 |
| 12 Baghapurana APMC | ₹4,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Papaya.
That ₹1,250 (27.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Papaya fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Papaya prices at Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹3,500, with the average around ₹2,772. 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 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,850 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,850 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,950 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,850 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,850 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,900 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 02 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,850 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,850 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,850 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 26 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
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
Selling Papaya well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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 wrap up, Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Papaya rate on 14 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.