Here's the 12 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Banana was quoted at ₹7,300 per quintal in Seethathode VFPCK Market APMC. This is one of several Banana rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Banana Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Banana arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,800
- Lowest Price Today₹6,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityBanana (Red Banana)
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.
At this level, Banana is about 48.0% above the period average, sitting just 18.9% 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
This table ranks Banana rates across active mandis for 12 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,250 |
| 2 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 3 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 4 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 8 Tenkasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 9 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 10 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 11 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 12 AJattihalli(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.
The ₹2,750 (32.4%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at Seethathode VFPCK Market APMC ranged between ₹1,400 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹4,933. 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 Oct | ₹7,800 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,300 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,800 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,600 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,400 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,900 |
| 06 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,700 |
| 04 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,400 |
| 01 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 30 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,400 |
| 21 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,800 |
| 18 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,300 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,200 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Banana stood at Seethathode VFPCK Market APMC on 12 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.