From today's trading desk on 15 Oct 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹3,000 per quintal in Melaghar APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What Put Melaghar APMC on Top Today
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Oct 2026
- CommodityBanana (Banana - Ripe)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Banana is about 2.5% above the period average, sitting just 25.0% 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 15 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,250 |
| 2 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,250 |
| 3 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 4 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 6 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 7 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Vellore RM APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Taliparamba Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Banana.
That ₹2,450 (27.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Banana fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at Melaghar APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹2,926. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,200 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,200 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 25 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹2,700 | ₹3,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,400 |
| 13 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,400 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,400 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 07 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 06 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹3,400 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,200 |
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
When picking where to sell Banana, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
All told, this is where Banana stood at Melaghar APMC on 15 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.