In the latest market update for 17 Oct 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹1,550 per quintal in Payakaraopeta APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What's Behind Today's Banana Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,560
- Lowest Price Today₹1,540
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,550
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityBanana (Karpura)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 8.1% below the period average, sitting just 35.4% 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 17 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kanjangadu Market APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 3 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 4 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Vellore RM APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 9 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,850 |
| 12 Taliparamba Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹2,200 (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 Payakaraopeta APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹2,400, with the average around ₹1,686. 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 | ₹1,560 | ₹1,540 | ₹1,550 |
| 16 Oct | ₹1,560 | ₹1,540 | ₹1,550 |
| 15 Oct | ₹1,560 | ₹1,540 | ₹1,550 |
| 14 Oct | ₹1,560 | ₹1,540 | ₹1,550 |
| 12 Oct | ₹1,560 | ₹1,540 | ₹1,550 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,540 | ₹1,550 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,550 |
| 22 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,550 |
| 21 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,550 |
| 19 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,550 |
| 18 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,550 |
| 17 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,550 |
| 12 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,550 |
| 11 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,550 |
| 10 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,550 |
| 09 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,550 |
| 08 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,550 |
| 07 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,550 |
| 06 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,550 |
| 05 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,550 |
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
The day's best Banana rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Banana stood at Payakaraopeta APMC on 17 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.