Turning to the 17 Oct 2026 APMC board, Banana was quoted at ₹3,800 per quintal in Madhavapuram Market APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Banana markets in the table that follows.
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₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 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.
Today's rate is about 7.9% below the period average and just 36.7% 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 17 Oct 2026, so you can see where Madhavapuram Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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
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.
That ₹2,200 (25.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Banana fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at Madhavapuram Market APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹4,128. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,700 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,300 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,300 |
| 06 Sep | ₹3,300 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,100 |
| 04 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 23 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,100 |
| 21 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,300 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,700 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 16 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,700 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Banana, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Madhavapuram Market APMC posted this Banana rate on 17 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.