Across the reporting yards on 18 Oct 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹6,500 per quintal in Kunnukara VFPCK Market APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Banana Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,600
- Lowest Price Today₹6,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityBanana (Nendra Bale)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Banana rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 20.5% above the period average and just 3.0% 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
Here's how Banana rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 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 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 5 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,850 |
| 9 Taliparamba Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 10 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 11 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 12 Kurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,600 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Banana.
That ₹2,400 (27.9%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Banana fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at Kunnukara VFPCK Market APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹6,700, with the average around ₹5,396. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹6,600 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹6,700 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,600 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,700 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,600 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,900 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,900 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,900 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 12 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,700 |
| 06 Sep | ₹5,900 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,800 |
| 02 Sep | ₹6,300 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,200 |
| 31 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 30 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 29 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 28 Aug | ₹6,300 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,200 |
| 25 Aug | ₹6,300 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,200 |
| 23 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,400 |
| 22 Aug | ₹6,700 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,600 |
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
For Banana, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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, Kunnukara VFPCK Market APMC posted this Banana rate on 18 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.