Across the reporting yards on 20 Oct 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹1,700 per quintal in Sasthamkotta Market APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What's Behind Today's Banana Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,700
- Lowest Price Today₹1,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityBanana (Palayamthodan)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
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 51.5% below the period average and just 80.0% 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 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 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Vellore RM APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,850 |
| 9 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 10 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 11 Pollachi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 A.Jattihalli(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.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at Sasthamkotta Market APMC ranged between ₹1,600 and ₹8,500, with the average around ₹3,508. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 19 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 18 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 12 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 12 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
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
Selling Banana well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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
Bottom line: on 20 Oct 2026, Banana traded at this rate in Sasthamkotta 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.