In the latest market update for 16 Sep 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹1,530 per quintal in Valsad APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Banana markets in the table that follows.
01What Put Valsad APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,800
- Lowest Price Today₹1,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,530
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Sep 2026
- CommodityBanana (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Banana is about 2.5% below the period average — just 23.5% 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 16 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 9 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Pollachi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Banana.
The ₹1,500 (17.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at Valsad APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹2,000, with the average around ₹1,569. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,530 |
| 14 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,540 |
| 12 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,550 |
| 11 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,550 |
| 09 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,560 |
| 08 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,560 |
| 05 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,560 |
| 03 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,560 |
| 02 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,560 |
| 31 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,560 |
| 29 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,560 |
| 21 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,625 |
| 20 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,625 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,620 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,550 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,550 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,550 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
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
Before carting Banana to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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 Valsad APMC on 16 Sep 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.