In the mandi rate roundup for 12 Oct 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹7,069 per quintal in Maranelloor VFPCK Market APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What Put Maranelloor VFPCK Market APMC on Top Today
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,200
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,069
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityBanana (Red Banana)
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 45.3% above the period average and just 1.8% 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 12 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,250 |
| 2 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 3 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 4 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 8 Tenkasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 9 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 10 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 11 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 12 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
A spread of ₹2,750 (32.4%) 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 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Banana prices at Maranelloor VFPCK Market APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹7,200, with the average around ₹4,866. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹7,200 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,069 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,733 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,233 |
| 09 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,844 |
| 06 Sep | ₹5,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹4,317 |
| 19 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,300 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,900 |
| 02 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,700 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,200 |
| 15 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 02 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 27 Jun | ₹3,700 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 |
| 18 Jun | ₹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
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
Bottom line: on 12 Oct 2026, Banana traded at this rate in Maranelloor 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.