Looking at how the yards traded on 20 Oct 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹7,000 per quintal in Kayamkulam Market APMC. This is one of several Banana rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Banana Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,100
- Lowest Price Today₹6,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityBanana (Nendra Bale)
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 76.2% above the period average — just 4.1% 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 20 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 3 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 4 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Vellore RM APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,850 |
| 9 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 10 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 11 Pollachi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 A.Jattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹2,500 (29.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Banana prices at Kayamkulam Market APMC ranged between ₹2,200 and ₹7,300, with the average around ₹3,973. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹7,100 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,000 |
| 19 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,900 |
| 18 Oct | ₹7,100 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹3,300 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 15 Oct | ₹7,300 | ₹7,100 | ₹7,200 |
| 14 Oct | ₹7,300 | ₹7,100 | ₹7,200 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,100 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,900 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,900 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,900 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 20 Sep | ₹5,100 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,100 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,100 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
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
Farmers comparing Banana rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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
In short, Banana changed hands at this rate in Kayamkulam Market APMC on 20 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.