In the mandi rate roundup for 21 Oct 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹1,875 per quintal in Navsari APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Banana Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,250
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,875
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityBanana (Banana - Ripe)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 2.2% above the period average and just 37.5% 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
Here's how Banana rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,250 |
| 2 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,250 |
| 3 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 4 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Vellore RM APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
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.
The ₹2,250 (25.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Banana prices at Navsari APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹1,835. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹2,250 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,875 |
| 19 Oct | ₹2,250 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,875 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,250 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,875 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,250 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,875 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,250 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,625 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,250 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,625 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,250 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,625 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,250 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,625 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,250 | ₹1,250 | ₹1,750 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,250 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,625 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,250 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,875 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,250 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,875 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,250 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,875 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,250 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,875 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,250 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,875 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,250 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,625 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,250 | ₹1,250 | ₹1,750 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,250 | ₹1,250 | ₹1,750 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,250 | ₹1,250 | ₹1,750 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Banana yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Navsari APMC posted this Banana rate on 21 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.