Going by the latest APMC figures for 29 Oct 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹6,909 per quintal in Maranelloor VFPCK Market APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Banana Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,909
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date29 Oct 2026
- CommodityBanana (Robusta)
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.
This puts Banana about 36.9% above the period average, and just 13.6% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Banana rates stacked up across reporting markets on 29 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,500 |
| 2 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,250 |
| 3 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 4 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 5 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 6 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Taliparamba Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Vellore RM APMC | ₹9,000 |
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.
That ₹2,500 (27.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Banana fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Banana prices at Maranelloor VFPCK Market APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹5,048. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,909 |
| 27 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,906 |
| 20 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,352 |
| 18 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,547 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,788 |
| 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 |
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
For Banana, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
In a nutshell, Banana was priced at this level in Maranelloor VFPCK Market APMC on 29 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.