In today's crop-price rundown for 31 Aug 2026, Papaya was quoted at ₹3,500 per quintal in Shahaswan APMC. See where this sits in the day's Papaya range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What's Behind Today's Papaya Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,600
- Lowest Price Today₹3,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityPapaya (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Papaya about 7.6% above the period average, and just 12.5% 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
The table below lines up Papaya rates across the markets that reported on 31 Aug 2026, so you can see where Shahaswan APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,000 |
| 2 Mayabander Vegetable Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 4 SMY Jaisinghpur APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 5 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 6 SMY Bhuntar APMC | ₹5,400 |
| 7 PMY Chamba APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 8 SMY Palampur APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 9 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 10 PMY Kangni Mandi APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Gingee(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Papaya.
The ₹2,000 (40.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Papaya prices at Shahaswan APMC ranged between ₹2,900 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹3,254. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Sep | ₹3,900 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,500 |
| 30 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 04 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,500 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Papaya, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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
The takeaway: Shahaswan APMC reported Papaya at this level on 31 Aug 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.