With the 19 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Papaya was quoted at ₹3,650 per quintal in Polur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Papaya today.
01What's Behind Today's Papaya Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,650
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityPapaya (Papaya)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 28.2% above the period average and just 8.8% 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 19 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 SMY Nadaun APMC Leader | ₹6,100 |
| 2 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 4 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 5 SMY Bhuntar APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 6 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 7 Vandavasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 8 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 9 Thanesar APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 10 MAC F&V Market Narwal Jammu APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 PMY Bilaspur APMC | ₹5,300 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Papaya.
At ₹800 (15.1%), 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 Polur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹2,847. 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 | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 19 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,650 |
| 18 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,650 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,650 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,650 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,650 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,650 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 20 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 15 Sep | ₹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
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, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Polur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Papaya rate on 19 Oct 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.