As the 22 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Banana was quoted at ₹5,500 per quintal in Kattappana Market APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Banana yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What Put Kattappana 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₹5,800
- Lowest Price Today₹5,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Oct 2026
- CommodityBanana (Robusta)
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 38.7% above the period average and just 21.4% 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 Kattappana 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 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Taliparamba Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 9 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,850 |
| 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 distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Banana.
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 Kattappana Market APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹3,965. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Oct | ₹5,800 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 21 Oct | ₹5,400 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 20 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 19 Oct | ₹5,800 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 18 Oct | ₹2,400 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,300 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,400 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,300 |
| 20 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,300 |
| 10 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 26 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,100 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,800 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Kattappana Market APMC posted this Banana rate on 22 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.