In the mandi rate roundup for 25 Oct 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹8,300 per quintal in Kollam Market APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Banana yards.
01What's Behind Today's Banana Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,400
- Lowest Price Today₹8,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date25 Oct 2026
- CommodityBanana (Poovan)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 57.7% above the period average and just 7.8% 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 25 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,250 |
| 2 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 3 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 4 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 5 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 9 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 10 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,850 |
| 11 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 12 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹8,750 |
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.
That ₹2,500 (28.6%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Banana fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at Kollam Market APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹5,264. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Oct | ₹8,400 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,300 |
| 24 Oct | ₹3,900 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,800 |
| 23 Oct | ₹7,900 | ₹7,700 | ₹7,800 |
| 25 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,300 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,900 |
| 22 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,700 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,200 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,900 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,900 |
| 07 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 03 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,400 |
| 02 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,700 |
| 01 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,700 |
| 31 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 19 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 18 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,200 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,700 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
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
The day's best Banana rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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
Bottom line: on 25 Oct 2026, Banana traded at this rate in Kollam Market 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.