In the mandi rate roundup for 26 Oct 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹3,500 per quintal in Dhand APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Banana yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What's Behind Today's Banana Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 Oct 2026
- CommodityBanana (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 8.4% below the period average and just 36.4% short of 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
Here's how Banana rates stacked up across reporting markets on 26 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,750 |
| 2 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,250 |
| 3 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 4 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 5 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 6 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 9 Vellore RM APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Taliparamba Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,850 |
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.
The ₹2,900 (32.8%) 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 Dhand APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹5,500, with the average around ₹3,823. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,500 |
| 24 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,500 |
| 23 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 21 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 20 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 18 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,800 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,800 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,800 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,900 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,900 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,900 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Banana yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 26 Oct 2026, Banana traded at this rate in Dhand APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.