With the 21 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Banana was quoted at ₹8,000 per quintal in Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) 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
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityBanana (Red Banana)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 9.3% above the period average and right at 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
This table ranks Banana rates across active mandis for 21 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 | ₹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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹2,250 (25.0%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Banana prices at Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC ranged between ₹4,500 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹7,321. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 20 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 19 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 18 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 25 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC posted this Banana rate on 21 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.