As the 16 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Banana was quoted at ₹1,600 per quintal in Dehradoon APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What Put Dehradoon APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,000
- Lowest Price Today₹1,450
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 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.
Today's rate is about 3.7% below the period average and just 27.3% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Banana rates across active mandis for 16 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,250 |
| 2 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 3 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 4 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 6 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Parassala Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Vellore RM APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,850 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Banana.
At ₹2,400 (27.1%), 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 ₹950 and ₹2,200, with the average around ₹1,661. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹1,450 | ₹1,800 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹1,450 | ₹1,600 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹1,450 | ₹1,800 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹1,450 | ₹1,800 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 12 Oct | ₹1,800 | ₹1,250 | ₹1,600 |
| 25 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,600 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,250 | ₹1,600 |
| 22 Sep | ₹1,850 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 18 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,400 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,450 | ₹1,800 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,600 |
| 11 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,600 |
| 08 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,600 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,450 | ₹1,800 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,450 | ₹1,800 |
| 03 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,800 |
| 02 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,600 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Dehradoon APMC posted this Banana rate on 16 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.