In the day's wholesale-price digest for 18 Sep 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹4,800 per quintal in PMY Paonta Sahib APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
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₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityBanana (Medium)
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.
At this level, Banana is about 4.8% below the period average, sitting just 31.4% 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
This table ranks Banana rates across active mandis for 18 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 3 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 9 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Pudukottai(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.
A spread of ₹2,500 (29.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Banana prices at PMY Paonta Sahib APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹5,040. 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 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 01 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 29 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 27 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 26 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 07 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 03 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 02 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 01 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Banana, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Banana rate at PMY Paonta Sahib APMC on 18 Sep 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.