In the latest market update for 16 Oct 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹3,000 per quintal in Dhar(F&V) APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What's Behind Today's Banana Price
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,800
- Lowest Price Today₹2,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityBanana (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Banana is about 2.7% below the period average — just 33.3% 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 16 Oct 2026, so you can see where Dhar(F&V) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 6 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Parassala Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Vellore RM APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,850 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Banana.
At ₹2,400 (27.1%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Banana matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Banana prices at Dhar(F&V) APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹4,500, with the average around ₹3,082. 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 | ₹3,800 | ₹2,200 | ₹3,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,600 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,600 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,200 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,600 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,600 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,600 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,800 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,100 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,300 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,100 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,400 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,700 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,200 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,600 |
| 07 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 05 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,700 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Banana changed hands at this rate in Dhar(F&V) APMC on 16 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.