In the day's wholesale-price digest for 24 Sep 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹1,550 per quintal in Payakaraopeta 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₹1,600
- Lowest Price Today₹1,540
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,550
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Sep 2026
- CommodityBanana (Karpura)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Banana is about 8.7% below the period average — just 35.4% 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
The table below lines up Banana rates across the markets that reported on 24 Sep 2026, so you can see where Payakaraopeta APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 3 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 8 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 9 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 10 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
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.
At ₹2,500 (29.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Banana matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at Payakaraopeta APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹2,400, with the average around ₹1,698. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,540 | ₹1,550 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,550 |
| 22 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,550 |
| 21 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,550 |
| 19 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,550 |
| 18 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,550 |
| 17 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,550 |
| 12 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,550 |
| 11 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,550 |
| 10 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,550 |
| 09 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,550 |
| 08 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,550 |
| 07 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,550 |
| 06 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,550 |
| 05 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,550 |
| 03 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,550 |
| 02 Sep | ₹1,650 | ₹1,550 | ₹1,600 |
| 01 Sep | ₹1,650 | ₹1,550 | ₹1,600 |
| 31 Aug | ₹1,650 | ₹1,550 | ₹1,600 |
| 30 Aug | ₹1,650 | ₹1,550 | ₹1,600 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Banana today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
In short, Banana changed hands at this rate in Payakaraopeta APMC on 24 Sep 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.