In the latest market update for 15 Oct 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹6,500 per quintal in Thamarakkulam VFPCK Market APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Thamarakkulam VFPCK Market APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Oct 2026
- CommodityBanana (Nendra Bale)
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.
Right now Banana is about 2.6% above the period average — just 40.9% 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 15 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,250 |
| 2 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,250 |
| 3 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 4 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 6 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 7 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Vellore RM APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Taliparamba Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
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.
At ₹2,450 (27.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Banana matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Banana prices at Thamarakkulam VFPCK Market APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹11,000, with the average around ₹6,338. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Oct | ₹8,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 08 Sep | ₹9,800 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,800 |
| 05 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 02 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 30 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 28 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,500 |
| 08 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 06 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 03 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Banana today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
To wrap up, Thamarakkulam VFPCK Market APMC logged this Banana rate on 15 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.