From today's trading desk on 18 Oct 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹7,750 per quintal in Kumarapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Banana yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Banana Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityBanana (Red Banana)
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 64.6% above the period average — just 3.1% 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 Kumarapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,850 |
| 9 Kurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 10 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 11 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 12 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹8,500 |
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.
That ₹2,500 (29.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Banana fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Banana prices at Kumarapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹4,708. 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 | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 17 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 16 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 14 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 25 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 20 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 19 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 16 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 15 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 14 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 13 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In short, Banana changed hands at this rate in Kumarapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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.