In the price report dated 19 Oct 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹5,500 per quintal in Thalakulathur VFPCK Market APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Banana markets.
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₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,500
- Reporting Mandis9
- Date19 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 7.7% above the period average and just 17.9% 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 19 Oct 2026, so you can see where Thalakulathur VFPCK Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pananchery VFPCK Market APMC Leader | ₹5,700 |
| 2 Thalakulathur VFPCK Market APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 3 Kakkur VFPCK Market APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 4 Thiruvambady VFPCK Market APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 5 SMY Baijnath APMC | ₹4,300 |
| 6 Chamoli APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 7 Varandarappilly VFPCK Market APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 8 Alengad VFPCK Market APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 9 Kosli APMC | ₹2,000 |
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 ₹3,700 (185.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Banana matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at Thalakulathur VFPCK Market APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹6,700, with the average around ₹5,109. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 18 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,700 |
| 06 Sep | ₹6,300 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,800 |
| 05 Sep | ₹6,300 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,800 |
| 02 Sep | ₹6,300 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,800 |
| 31 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹5,600 | ₹6,100 |
| 27 Aug | ₹6,700 | ₹5,700 | ₹6,200 |
| 19 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,900 |
| 16 Aug | ₹6,300 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,300 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,800 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,700 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
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
When picking where to sell Banana, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 19 Oct 2026, Banana traded at this rate in Thalakulathur VFPCK 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.