From today's trading desk on 18 Aug 2026, Papaya was quoted at ₹1,840 per quintal in Siyana APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
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₹1,890
- Lowest Price Today₹1,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,840
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityPapaya (Papaya)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Papaya is about 8.5% below the period average — just 16.4% 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
Here's how Papaya rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 PMY Dhalli Shimla APMC Leader | ₹6,500 |
| 2 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 3 SMY Bhuntar APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 4 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 5 SMY Nadaun APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 6 PMY Una APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 7 PMY Chamba APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 8 PMY Kullu APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 9 SMY Jaisinghpur APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Vellore APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 12 SMY Rohroo 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.
A spread of ₹1,500 (30.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Papaya prices at Siyana APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹2,200, with the average around ₹2,011. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹1,890 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,840 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,950 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,940 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,920 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,950 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,020 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,010 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,150 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,950 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,950 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,040 |
| 12 Jul | ₹2,120 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,110 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,120 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,110 |
| 22 Jun | ₹2,200 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,150 |
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Papaya changed hands at this rate in Siyana APMC on 18 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.