In today's crop-price rundown for 15 Sep 2026, Papaya was quoted at ₹4,750 per quintal in Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Papaya today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Papaya Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Sep 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 21.9% 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
This table ranks Papaya rates across active mandis for 15 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 PMY Hamirpur APMC Leader | ₹5,750 |
| 2 PMY Bilaspur APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 3 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 4 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 5 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 6 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 7 SMY Dharamshala APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 8 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 9 SMY Jaisinghpur APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Manapparai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
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.
The ₹750 (15.0%) 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 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹3,896. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 13 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 06 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 05 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 04 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 30 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 29 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 28 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
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
For Papaya, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 15 Sep 2026, Papaya traded at this rate in Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.