Checking the day's mandi numbers for 18 Oct 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹6,200 per quintal in Kasargod Market APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What Put Kasargod Market APMC on Top Today
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,500
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityBanana (Medium)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Banana is about 21.9% above the period average, sitting just 11.4% 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
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 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 9 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,850 |
| 10 Taliparamba Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 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.
A spread of ₹2,400 (27.9%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at Kasargod Market APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹5,085. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 16 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 19 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 14 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 12 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 07 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 04 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 02 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,300 |
| 31 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 30 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 28 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 20 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Banana today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Banana rate at Kasargod Market APMC on 18 Oct 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.