Based on what the markets reported on 20 Oct 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹3,400 per quintal in Chathanoor Market APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Banana Price
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,800
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityBanana (Poovan)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Banana rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Banana is about 42.9% below the period average, sitting just 67.6% 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 20 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 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 4 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Vellore RM APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,850 |
| 9 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 10 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 11 A.Jattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Guduvancheri(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.
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 Chathanoor Market APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹10,500, with the average around ₹5,955. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,400 |
| 19 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,400 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹10,500 | ₹9,500 | ₹10,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹8,700 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,400 |
| 07 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
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
Going to the top Banana market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Banana stood at Chathanoor Market APMC on 20 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.