Here's the 12 Sep 2026 mandi snapshot — Banana was quoted at ₹6,200 per quintal in Kottayam Market APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Banana yard so you can see where this one falls.
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₹6,400
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Sep 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.
At this level, Banana is about 9.3% above the period average, sitting just 29.5% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Banana rates across the markets that reported on 12 Sep 2026, so you can see where Kottayam Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 7 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Pollachi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
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.
The ₹1,500 (17.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at Kottayam Market APMC ranged between ₹2,600 and ₹8,800, with the average around ₹5,675. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Sep | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 31 Aug | ₹8,300 | ₹7,900 | ₹8,100 |
| 25 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 19 Aug | ₹8,800 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,600 |
| 18 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,600 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,400 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,800 |
| 29 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,800 |
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
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Banana rate at Kottayam Market APMC on 12 Sep 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.