Looking at how the yards traded on 18 Aug 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹5,000 per quintal in Davangere APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Davangere 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₹6,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana (Pachha Bale)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Banana rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Banana is about 57.1% above the period average — just 23.1% 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
The table below lines up Banana rates across the markets that reported on 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Davangere 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 | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 8 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Taliparamba Market APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 11 Sasthamkotta VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 12 Plappally VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Banana.
At ₹2,000 (25.0%), 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 Davangere APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹6,500, with the average around ₹3,183. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹1,100 | ₹2,800 |
| 18 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹2,600 | ₹5,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹2,300 | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹2,500 | ₹4,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,600 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,400 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹2,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹2,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,900 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹3,300 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,600 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,100 | ₹2,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 22 Jul | ₹4,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 18 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,400 |
| 17 Jul | ₹5,100 | ₹2,800 | ₹4,200 |
| 16 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹4,200 |
| 15 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,600 |
| 14 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,500 |
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
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Banana changed hands at this rate in Davangere APMC on 18 Aug 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.