Pulling together the 18 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Banana was quoted at ₹6,000 per quintal in Devaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put Devaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityBanana (Besrai)
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.
Right now Banana is about 5.8% above the period average — just 7.7% short of 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
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 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,850 |
| 9 Taliparamba Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 10 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 11 Kurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 12 Vadavalli(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.
That ₹2,400 (27.9%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Banana fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Banana prices at Devaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹6,500, with the average around ₹5,672. 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 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Banana, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Devaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Banana rate on 18 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.