Going by the latest APMC figures for 18 Aug 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹1,800 per quintal in Dehradoon APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Banana Rate
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,000
- Lowest Price Today₹1,450
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana (Banana - Ripe)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Banana rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Banana about 7.1% above the period average, and just 18.2% 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
Here's how Banana rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 8 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Taliparamba Market APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 11 Sasthamkotta VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 12 Inchakkad VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
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.
At ₹2,000 (25.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Banana matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at Dehradoon APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹2,200, with the average around ₹1,680. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,250 | ₹1,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,450 | ₹1,800 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,450 | ₹1,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,450 | ₹1,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,450 | ₹1,800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,450 | ₹1,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,800 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,450 | ₹1,800 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,250 | ₹1,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,250 | ₹1,600 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,450 | ₹1,800 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,250 | ₹1,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,450 | ₹1,600 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,450 | ₹2,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,800 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,450 | ₹1,800 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Banana today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
The takeaway: Dehradoon APMC reported Banana at this level on 18 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.