In the latest market update for 18 Sep 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹5,200 per quintal in Pattambi Market APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Banana Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityBanana (Palayamthodan)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Banana rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Banana is about 2.0% below the period average, sitting just 35.0% 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 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Melapalayam(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 Chathanoor Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Vellore APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
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.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at Pattambi Market APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹5,308. 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 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 16 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 08 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 03 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 01 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 25 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 24 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 23 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 21 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 18 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Banana rate at Pattambi Market 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.