Turning to the 24 Oct 2026 APMC board, Banana was quoted at ₹1,600 per quintal in Siddavatam APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Banana Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,700
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Oct 2026
- CommodityBanana (Medium)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Banana about 0.5% below the period average, and just 11.1% 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 24 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 | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 6 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Pudukottai(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.
A spread of ₹2,000 (22.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at Siddavatam APMC ranged between ₹1,300 and ₹1,800, with the average around ₹1,608. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Oct | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 23 Oct | ₹1,800 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,700 |
| 22 Oct | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 21 Oct | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 19 Oct | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 17 Oct | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 16 Oct | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 15 Oct | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 14 Oct | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 13 Oct | ₹1,800 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,700 |
| 12 Oct | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 25 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 22 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 21 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 19 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 18 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 16 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹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
Selling Banana well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Siddavatam APMC reported Banana at this level on 24 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.