In today's crop-price rundown for 18 Oct 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹3,547 per quintal in Maranelloor VFPCK Market APMC. See where this sits in the day's Banana range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Banana Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,547
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityBanana (Robusta)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Banana about 28.3% below the period average, and just 55.7% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Banana rates across the markets that reported on 18 Oct 2026, so you can see where Maranelloor VFPCK Market 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 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.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Banana prices at Maranelloor VFPCK Market APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹4,947. 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 | ₹4,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,547 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,788 |
| 12 Oct | ₹7,200 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,069 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,733 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,233 |
| 09 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,844 |
| 06 Sep | ₹5,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹4,317 |
| 19 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,300 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,900 |
| 02 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,700 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,200 |
| 15 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 02 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 27 Jun | ₹3,700 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 |
| 18 Jun | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
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 tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Banana was priced at this level in Maranelloor VFPCK Market APMC on 18 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.