Turning to the 16 Oct 2026 APMC board, Banana was quoted at ₹4,200 per quintal in Pattambi Market APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Banana today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Banana Rate
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityBanana (Nendra Bale)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Banana rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 21.3% below the period average and just 47.5% 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 16 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 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 6 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Vellore RM APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,850 |
| 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.
A spread of ₹2,500 (28.6%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at Pattambi Market APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹5,337. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 15 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 20 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 16 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 08 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 03 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Pattambi Market APMC posted this Banana rate on 16 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.