In the day's wholesale-price digest for 18 Oct 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹7,000 per quintal in Kayamkulam Market APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Banana 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₹7,100
- Lowest Price Today₹6,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityBanana (Palayamthodan)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Banana is about 78.9% above the period average — just 4.1% 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
The table below lines up Banana rates across the markets that reported on 18 Oct 2026, so you can see where Kayamkulam Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 3 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 5 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 9 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,850 |
| 10 Taliparamba Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 11 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 12 Kurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,600 |
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 ₹2,400 (27.9%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Banana prices at Kayamkulam Market APMC ranged between ₹2,200 and ₹7,300, with the average around ₹3,913. 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 | ₹7,100 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹3,300 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 15 Oct | ₹7,300 | ₹7,100 | ₹7,200 |
| 14 Oct | ₹7,300 | ₹7,100 | ₹7,200 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,100 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,900 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,900 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,900 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 20 Sep | ₹5,100 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,100 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,100 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,900 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 12 Sep | ₹5,900 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,800 |
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
The day's best Banana rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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 short, Banana changed hands at this rate in Kayamkulam Market APMC on 18 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.