With the 20 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Banana was quoted at ₹4,700 per quintal in Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Banana today.
01What Put Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,700
- Lowest Price Today₹4,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityBanana (Poovan)
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.
This puts Banana about 8.2% below the period average, and just 32.9% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Banana rates across active mandis for 20 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 3 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 4 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Vellore RM APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,850 |
| 9 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 10 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 11 A.Jattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Banana.
The ₹2,500 (29.4%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Banana prices at Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹5,119. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,700 |
| 19 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,700 |
| 18 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,700 |
| 17 Oct | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 |
| 16 Oct | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,800 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,400 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,800 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,400 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,800 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,400 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,600 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,900 | ₹3,900 | ₹3,900 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,700 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,700 | ₹4,100 |
| 20 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹3,700 | ₹4,050 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,700 | ₹4,100 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,400 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,950 |
| 16 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
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
The day's best Banana rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Banana was priced at this level in Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 20 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.