In the day's wholesale-price digest for 30 Aug 2026, Papaya was quoted at ₹2,550 per quintal in Kangayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Papaya markets.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Papaya Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,700
- Lowest Price Today₹2,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,550
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date30 Aug 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.
Right now Papaya is about 3.1% below the period average — just 15.0% 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
This table ranks Papaya rates across active mandis for 30 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,000 |
| 2 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 3 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 4 APMC Keshopur APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 5 Gingee(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 6 SMY Bhuntar APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 7 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 8 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 9 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 10 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,650 |
| 12 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,600 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Papaya.
The ₹2,400 (52.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Papaya prices at Kangayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹2,632. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,550 |
| 29 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 28 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,550 |
| 27 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 26 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,550 |
| 25 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 24 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 23 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,350 |
| 22 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,550 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,350 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,550 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,550 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,350 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,400 |
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
Before carting Papaya to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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
To wrap up, Kangayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Papaya rate on 30 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.