In the day's wholesale-price digest for 19 Oct 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹4,500 per quintal in Thiruvambady VFPCK Market APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Thiruvambady VFPCK Market APMC on Top Today
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,500
- Reporting Mandis9
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityBanana (Nendra Bale)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Banana rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Banana is about 34.8% above the period average — just 30.8% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Banana rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pananchery VFPCK Market APMC Leader | ₹5,700 |
| 2 Thalakulathur VFPCK Market APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 3 Kakkur VFPCK Market APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 4 Thiruvambady VFPCK Market APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 5 SMY Baijnath APMC | ₹4,300 |
| 6 Chamoli APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 7 Varandarappilly VFPCK Market APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 8 Alengad VFPCK Market APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 9 Kosli APMC | ₹2,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Banana.
That ₹3,700 (185.0%) 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 Thiruvambady VFPCK Market APMC ranged between ₹1,600 and ₹6,500, with the average around ₹3,338. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 18 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 06 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 05 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 02 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,300 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,600 |
| 25 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 22 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,600 | ₹4,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,900 |
| 16 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,900 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,900 |
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
When picking where to sell Banana, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Banana changed hands at this rate in Thiruvambady VFPCK Market APMC on 19 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.