In the mandi rate roundup for 18 Oct 2026, Banana - Green was quoted at ₹5,800 per quintal in Kattappana Market APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Banana - Green markets in the table that follows.
01What Put Kattappana Market APMC on Top Today
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,900
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityBanana - Green (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Banana - Green about 19.3% above the period average, and just 17.1% 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 Banana - Green rates across the markets that reported on 18 Oct 2026, so you can see where Kattappana Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Munnar Market APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Kallachi Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 6 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 7 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 9 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,400 |
| 10 Mukkom Market APMC | ₹5,400 |
| 11 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,400 |
| 12 Tindivanam RM 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 Banana - Green.
That ₹2,500 (50.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Banana - Green fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Banana - Green prices at Kattappana Market APMC ranged between ₹2,900 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹4,861. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹5,900 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,800 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,800 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,800 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,800 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹6,800 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 05 Sep | ₹6,800 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,700 |
| 30 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,700 |
| 27 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,500 |
| 26 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,700 |
| 23 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,700 |
| 21 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,300 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
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
Farmers comparing Banana - Green rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Kattappana Market APMC reported Banana - Green at this level on 18 Oct 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.