Checking the day's mandi numbers for 21 Oct 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹9,500 per quintal in Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Banana Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹9,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityBanana (Elakki Bale)
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.
Right now Banana is about 32.3% above the period average — just 5.0% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Banana rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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.
At ₹2,250 (25.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Banana matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Banana prices at Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹7,183. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 21 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 20 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 18 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 20 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 18 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
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
Going to the top Banana market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In short, Banana changed hands at this rate in Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 21 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.