In today's crop-price rundown for 08 Sep 2026, Papaya was quoted at ₹3,750 per quintal in Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What's Behind Today's Papaya Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date08 Sep 2026
- CommodityPapaya (Papaya)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Papaya about 0.5% below the period average, and just 25.0% 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
This table ranks Papaya rates across active mandis for 08 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 SMY Nadaun APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 4 SMY Rohroo APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 5 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 6 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 7 PMY Una APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 8 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 9 PMY Chamba APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 10 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 11 SMY Bhuntar APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 12 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,100 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Papaya.
The ₹900 (17.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Papaya prices at Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹3,769. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 06 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 04 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 30 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 29 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 28 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 26 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 23 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 22 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
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
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Papaya at this level on 08 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.