In today's crop-price rundown for 16 Oct 2026, Banana - Green was quoted at ₹2,150 per quintal in Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Banana - Green Price
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,300
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,150
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityBanana - Green (Banana - Green)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Banana - Green about 2.7% below the period average, and just 40.3% 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
Here's how Banana - Green rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Doddaballapur APMC Leader | ₹8,500 |
| 2 Pandanadu VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Manjeswaram Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 4 Chavakkad Market APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 5 Perambra Market APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 6 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 7 Piravam Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Neeleswaram Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 11 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 12 Channapetta VFPCK Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹1,700 (25.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Banana - Green prices at Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹3,600, with the average around ₹2,210. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹2,300 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,150 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,300 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,050 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,300 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,050 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,150 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,050 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,050 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,050 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,150 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,050 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,050 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,050 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,150 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,050 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,050 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
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
When picking where to sell Banana - Green, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Banana - Green was priced at this level in Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 16 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.