Reading today's price tape for 14 Oct 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹1,600 per quintal in Siddavatam APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Banana Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,700
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Oct 2026
- CommodityBanana (Medium)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Banana rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Banana is about 0.5% below the period average — just 11.1% 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 14 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 9 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Vellore RM APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 12 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,600 |
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.
The ₹2,650 (30.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at Siddavatam APMC ranged between ₹1,300 and ₹1,800, with the average around ₹1,608. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Oct | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 13 Oct | ₹1,800 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,700 |
| 12 Oct | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 25 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 22 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 21 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 19 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 18 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 16 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 15 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 14 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 13 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 11 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 10 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,700 |
| 09 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 07 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹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
To wrap up, Siddavatam APMC logged this Banana rate on 14 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.