As fresh arrivals settled on 19 Oct 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹3,000 per quintal in SMY Nalagarh APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Banana today.
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₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityBanana (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Banana rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 0.5% below the period average and just 25.0% 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
The table below lines up Banana rates across the markets that reported on 19 Oct 2026, so you can see where SMY Nalagarh APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 3 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 4 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Vellore RM APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 9 Anna nagar(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 distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Banana.
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.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at SMY Nalagarh APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹3,015. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹3,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹3,100 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,900 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,100 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,100 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,100 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,800 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,300 | ₹2,400 | ₹3,100 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,700 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,600 |
| 25 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹3,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,700 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹3,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹3,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹3,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹3,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹3,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,300 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹3,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,100 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,900 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,100 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,800 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,100 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,800 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,100 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,800 |
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
Farmers comparing Banana rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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, SMY Nalagarh APMC posted this Banana rate on 19 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.