Across the reporting yards on 22 Oct 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹3,200 per quintal in Madhavapuram Market APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Banana Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,400
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Oct 2026
- CommodityBanana (Palayamthodan)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Banana about 21.8% below the period average, and just 46.7% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Banana rates across active mandis for 22 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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
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.
At ₹2,750 (32.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Banana matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at Madhavapuram Market APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹4,094. 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 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 19 Oct | ₹3,800 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,600 |
| 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 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Madhavapuram Market APMC reported Banana at this level on 22 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.