With the 18 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Banana was quoted at ₹8,850 per quintal in RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,200
- Lowest Price Today₹8,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,850
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityBanana (Red Banana)
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 10.7% above the period average, and just 3.8% 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 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 4 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,850 |
| 7 Kurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 8 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 9 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Pollachi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
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.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Banana prices at RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹9,200, with the average around ₹7,994. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹9,200 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,850 |
| 17 Oct | ₹9,200 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,850 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,200 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,850 |
| 15 Oct | ₹8,800 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,600 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,800 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,600 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,800 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,600 |
| 12 Oct | ₹8,800 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,600 |
| 25 Sep | ₹8,600 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,600 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 23 Sep | ₹8,600 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 22 Sep | ₹8,600 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 21 Sep | ₹8,600 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 20 Sep | ₹8,600 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 19 Sep | ₹8,600 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 18 Sep | ₹8,600 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 17 Sep | ₹8,600 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 16 Sep | ₹8,600 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 15 Sep | ₹8,600 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 14 Sep | ₹8,600 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 13 Sep | ₹8,600 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
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
The headline Banana rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Banana was priced at this level in RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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.