As the 17 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Banana was quoted at ₹3,700 per quintal in PMY Kullu APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Banana Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,900
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityBanana (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 9.7% below the period average and just 31.5% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Banana rates across active mandis for 17 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 3 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 4 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 9 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Vellore RM APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,850 |
| 12 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Banana.
At ₹2,250 (25.7%), 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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at PMY Kullu APMC ranged between ₹45 and ₹5,400, with the average around ₹4,097. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹3,900 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,700 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,900 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,700 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,900 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,700 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,900 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,700 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,900 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,700 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,900 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,700 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,100 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,900 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,100 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,900 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,100 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,900 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,900 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,900 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
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
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, PMY Kullu APMC posted this Banana rate on 17 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.