Turning to the 20 Oct 2026 APMC board, Banana was quoted at ₹7,300 per quintal in Punalur Market APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Banana Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,500
- Lowest Price Today₹6,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityBanana (Nendra Bale)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 19.8% above the period average and just 11.0% 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
This table ranks Banana rates across active mandis for 20 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 3 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 4 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Vellore RM APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,850 |
| 9 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 10 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 11 A.Jattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Guduvancheri(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.
A spread of ₹2,500 (29.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at Punalur Market APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹8,200, with the average around ₹6,094. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,300 |
| 19 Oct | ₹5,600 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,400 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,300 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 19 Sep | ₹7,400 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹7,800 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 05 Sep | ₹5,900 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,700 |
| 31 Aug | ₹7,900 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 27 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,200 |
| 19 Aug | ₹7,900 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,200 | ₹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
Selling Banana well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 20 Oct 2026, Banana traded at this rate in Punalur 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.