With the 16 Sep 2026 auctions now in, Banana was quoted at ₹7,600 per quintal in Ettumanoor VFPCK Market APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Banana Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,800
- Lowest Price Today₹7,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Sep 2026
- CommodityBanana (Poovan)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 5-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 15.2% above the period average and just 2.6% 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
This table ranks Banana rates across active mandis for 16 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 9 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Pollachi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
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 ₹1,500 (17.6%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Banana fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 5-Day Trend
Over the last 5 days, Banana prices at Ettumanoor VFPCK Market APMC ranged between ₹5,800 and ₹7,800, with the average around ₹6,600. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Sep | ₹7,800 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,600 |
| 23 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,100 |
| 10 Jul | ₹6,100 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 01 Jul | ₹6,200 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 26 Jun | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹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
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
Bottom line: on 16 Sep 2026, Banana traded at this rate in Ettumanoor VFPCK 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.