In the day's wholesale-price digest for 18 Oct 2026, Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Banana, clocking the day's best rate at ₹11,000 per quintal. That rate sat clear of the pack, marking this yard as the one to beat for Banana.
01What Put Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
A yard rarely tops the list by chance — it usually reflects genuine, repeated demand through the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹11,000
- Lowest Price Today₹11,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityBanana (Red Banana)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Banana is about 9.7% above the period average — right at the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
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 Ranipettai(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 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,850 |
| 9 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 10 Kurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 11 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 12 Pollachi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Banana.
The ₹2,500 (29.4%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Banana prices at Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹11,000, with the average around ₹10,028. 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 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
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
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In short, Banana found its strongest bid at Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 18 Oct 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.