Checking the day's mandi numbers for 17 Oct 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹1,430 per quintal in Valsad APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Banana Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,600
- Lowest Price Today₹1,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,430
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityBanana (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Banana rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Banana is about 7.9% below the period average — just 28.5% 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 17 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 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Vellore RM APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 9 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 10 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,850 |
| 11 Taliparamba Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 12 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹8,750 |
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.
The ₹2,250 (25.7%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at Valsad APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹2,000, with the average around ₹1,552. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹1,600 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,430 |
| 16 Oct | ₹1,600 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,450 |
| 14 Oct | ₹1,600 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,450 |
| 13 Oct | ₹1,600 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,425 |
| 25 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,530 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,540 |
| 21 Sep | ₹1,900 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,550 |
| 19 Sep | ₹1,900 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,550 |
| 17 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,530 |
| 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 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In short, Banana changed hands at this rate in Valsad APMC on 17 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.