From today's trading desk on 18 Oct 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹5,000 per quintal in Keerampara VFPCK Market APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Banana Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityBanana (Nendra Bale)
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.
Right now Banana is about 4.5% below the period average — just 26.5% 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 18 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,850 |
| 9 Taliparamba Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 10 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 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.
The ₹2,400 (27.9%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at Keerampara VFPCK Market APMC ranged between ₹4,500 and ₹6,800, with the average around ₹5,238. 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 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 06 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 |
| 31 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 26 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 |
| 17 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Banana today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Keerampara VFPCK Market APMC logged this Banana rate on 18 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.