Going by the latest APMC figures for 21 Oct 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹2,650 per quintal in Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Banana Price
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,800
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,650
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityBanana (Besrai)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 4.0% above the period average and just 5.4% 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 21 Oct 2026, so you can see where Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,250 |
| 2 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,250 |
| 3 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 4 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Vellore RM APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Parassala Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Banana.
That ₹2,250 (25.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Banana fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Banana prices at Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹2,800, with the average around ₹2,547. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,650 |
| 20 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,600 |
| 19 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,650 |
| 18 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,650 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,600 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,600 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,650 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,650 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,600 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,650 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,650 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,650 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,650 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,600 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,650 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,650 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,650 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,650 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,650 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,650 |
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 21 Oct 2026, Banana traded at this rate in Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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.