In the day's wholesale-price digest for 21 Oct 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹6,800 per quintal in Thalasserry Market APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Thalasserry Market APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,200
- Lowest Price Today₹6,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityBanana (Other)
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.
At this level, Banana is about 3.4% above the period average, sitting just 20.0% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Banana rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,250 |
| 2 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,250 |
| 3 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 4 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Vellore RM APMC | ₹9,000 |
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 ₹2,250 (25.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Banana matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at Thalasserry Market APMC ranged between ₹4,700 and ₹8,500, with the average around ₹6,578. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹7,200 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,800 |
| 20 Oct | ₹8,300 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,600 |
| 17 Oct | ₹8,300 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,800 |
| 16 Oct | ₹8,200 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,800 |
| 15 Oct | ₹8,200 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,800 |
| 14 Oct | ₹7,800 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,400 |
| 12 Oct | ₹7,200 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,800 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,300 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,800 |
| 23 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,700 |
| 21 Sep | ₹8,300 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,700 |
| 19 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,700 |
| 18 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,800 |
| 17 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,600 |
| 15 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,300 |
| 08 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,300 |
| 07 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,300 |
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 is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Banana rate at Thalasserry Market APMC on 21 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.