Going by the latest APMC figures for 22 Oct 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹3,600 per quintal in Kayamkulam Market APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Banana Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,700
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Oct 2026
- CommodityBanana (Palayamthodan)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Banana rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 8.9% below the period average and just 50.7% 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
The table below lines up Banana rates across the markets that reported on 22 Oct 2026, so you can see where Kayamkulam Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,250 |
| 2 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 3 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,850 |
| 9 Kuttoor Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 10 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 11 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 12 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
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.
The ₹2,750 (32.4%) 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 Kayamkulam Market APMC ranged between ₹2,200 and ₹7,300, with the average around ₹3,953. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Oct | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 21 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,900 |
| 20 Oct | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 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 |
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
When picking where to sell Banana, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 22 Oct 2026, Banana traded at this rate in Kayamkulam Market APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.