From today's trading desk on 18 Sep 2026, Vamanapuram Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Banana - Green, clocking the day's best rate at ₹6,500 per quintal. It comfortably led the field, which is why traders are likely keeping an eye on it.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Banana - Green Rate
A yard rarely tops the list by chance — it usually reflects genuine, repeated demand through the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,500
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityBanana - Green (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Banana - Green is about 18.6% above the period average, sitting just 7.1% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Banana - Green rates across active mandis for 18 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vamanapuram Market APMC Leader | ₹6,500 |
| 2 Vadaseri APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 3 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 4 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 5 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 6 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 7 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 8 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 9 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 10 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,650 |
| 11 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,600 |
| 12 Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
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 ₹2,000 (44.4%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Banana - Green prices at Vamanapuram Market APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹5,479. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 02 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 01 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
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
The headline Banana - Green rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Vamanapuram Market APMC led Banana - Green on 18 Sep 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.