Checking the day's mandi numbers for 18 Oct 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹950 per quintal in Roorkee APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Banana today.
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₹1,200
- Lowest Price Today₹750
- Average (Modal) Price₹950
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityBanana (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Banana is about 4.7% below the period average, sitting just 26.9% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
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 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 4 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,850 |
| 8 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 9 Kurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 10 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 11 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹8,500 |
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 ₹2,500 (29.4%) 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 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Banana prices at Roorkee APMC ranged between ₹750 and ₹1,300, with the average around ₹997. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹1,200 | ₹750 | ₹950 |
| 17 Oct | ₹1,200 | ₹750 | ₹950 |
| 16 Oct | ₹1,200 | ₹750 | ₹950 |
| 15 Oct | ₹1,200 | ₹750 | ₹950 |
| 14 Oct | ₹1,200 | ₹750 | ₹1,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹1,200 | ₹750 | ₹950 |
| 12 Oct | ₹1,200 | ₹750 | ₹950 |
| 25 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Banana stood at Roorkee APMC on 18 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.