Pulling together the 19 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Banana was quoted at ₹5,500 per quintal in Palladam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What's Behind Today's Banana Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityBanana (Karpura)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Banana rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Banana is about 21.0% above the period average — just 8.3% 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
This table ranks Banana rates across active mandis for 19 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 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Vellore RM APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 9 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 10 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,850 |
| 11 Taliparamba Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 12 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹8,750 |
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.
A spread of ₹2,250 (25.7%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Banana prices at Palladam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹4,544. 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 | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 18 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
In short, Banana changed hands at this rate in Palladam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 19 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.