In today's crop-price rundown for 13 Oct 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹7,080 per quintal in Edackattuvayal VFPCK Market APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Banana Rate
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₹7,190
- Lowest Price Today₹6,980
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,080
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Oct 2026
- CommodityBanana (Nendra Bale)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 78.7% above the period average and just 6.8% 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 13 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 3 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Vellore APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 9 Taliparamba Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 10 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 11 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 12 Pollachi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
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 ₹2,500 (29.4%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at Edackattuvayal VFPCK Market APMC ranged between ₹1,580 and ₹7,600, with the average around ₹3,962. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Oct | ₹7,190 | ₹6,980 | ₹7,080 |
| 12 Oct | ₹1,960 | ₹1,730 | ₹1,850 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,020 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,780 | ₹4,540 | ₹4,650 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,150 | ₹1,950 | ₹2,040 |
| 19 Sep | ₹5,230 | ₹5,030 | ₹5,130 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,280 | ₹5,020 | ₹5,130 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,750 | ₹5,580 | ₹5,690 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,490 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,390 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,090 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,450 | ₹2,210 | ₹2,310 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,450 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,390 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,500 |
| 02 Sep | ₹1,950 | ₹1,750 | ₹1,820 |
| 01 Sep | ₹3,450 | ₹3,230 | ₹3,320 |
| 31 Aug | ₹1,750 | ₹1,580 | ₹1,630 |
| 25 Aug | ₹3,080 | ₹2,870 | ₹2,970 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,900 | ₹4,750 | ₹4,820 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,890 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,750 |
| 18 Aug | ₹6,490 | ₹6,250 | ₹6,390 |
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
Farmers comparing Banana rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Edackattuvayal VFPCK Market APMC posted this Banana rate on 13 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.