Looking at how the yards traded on 14 Oct 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹8,200 per quintal in SMY Baijnath APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Banana Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,500
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Oct 2026
- CommodityBanana (Banana - Ripe)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Banana rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Banana is about 113.5% above the period average — just 3.5% 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 Banana rates stacked up across reporting markets on 14 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,250 |
| 2 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,250 |
| 3 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 4 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 9 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Vellore RM APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
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.
A spread of ₹2,500 (28.6%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at SMY Baijnath APMC ranged between ₹3,100 and ₹8,500, with the average around ₹3,841. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Oct | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,800 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,800 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,800 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,800 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,300 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,300 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,300 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,300 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,800 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 05 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 03 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 02 Sep | ₹3,900 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,800 |
| 01 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,800 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 29 Aug | ₹3,900 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,800 |
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
Going to the top Banana market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
In short, Banana changed hands at this rate in SMY Baijnath APMC on 14 Oct 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.