In the price report dated 18 Aug 2026, Papaya was quoted at ₹4,750 per quintal in Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Papaya markets in the table that follows.
01What's Behind Today's Papaya Price
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 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.
Today's rate is about 11.6% above the period average and just 5.0% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Papaya rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹5,750 |
| 2 SMY Bhuntar APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 3 SMY Nadaun APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 4 SMY Jaisinghpur APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 5 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 6 Vellore APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 7 SMY Rohroo APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 8 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 9 Gingee(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Morinda APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 11 SMY Dharamshala APMC | ₹4,850 |
| 12 Tirupatthur(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.
That ₹1,000 (21.1%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Papaya fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Papaya prices at Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹4,258. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 16 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 15 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 09 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 02 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 30 Jul | ₹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
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
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
Net-net, Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Papaya rate on 18 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.