Turning to the 23 Oct 2026 APMC board, Banana was quoted at ₹1,410 per quintal in Valsad APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Valsad APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,575
- Lowest Price Today₹1,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,410
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Oct 2026
- CommodityBanana (Other)
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.
Today's rate is about 8.6% below the period average and just 29.5% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Banana rates stacked up across reporting markets on 23 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,250 |
| 2 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 3 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 4 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 5 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 6 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 7 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 8 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Taliparamba Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
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.
At ₹2,250 (25.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Banana matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at Valsad APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹2,000, with the average around ₹1,542. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Oct | ₹1,575 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,410 |
| 21 Oct | ₹1,600 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,420 |
| 19 Oct | ₹1,600 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,430 |
| 17 Oct | ₹1,600 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,430 |
| 16 Oct | ₹1,600 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,450 |
| 14 Oct | ₹1,600 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,450 |
| 13 Oct | ₹1,600 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,425 |
| 25 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,530 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,540 |
| 21 Sep | ₹1,900 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,550 |
| 19 Sep | ₹1,900 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,550 |
| 17 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,530 |
| 16 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,530 |
| 14 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,540 |
| 12 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,550 |
| 11 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,550 |
| 09 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,560 |
| 08 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,560 |
| 05 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,560 |
| 03 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,560 |
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 rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
Bottom line: on 23 Oct 2026, Banana traded at this rate in Valsad APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.