Across the reporting yards on 24 Sep 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹4,350 per quintal in Balachaur APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Banana Rate
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₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,350
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Sep 2026
- CommodityBanana (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 19.8% above the period average and just 20.9% 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 24 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 3 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 8 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 9 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 10 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Banana.
The ₹2,500 (29.4%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Banana prices at Balachaur APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹5,500, with the average around ₹3,630. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹4,350 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,550 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹3,300 | ₹4,150 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹3,300 | ₹4,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹3,100 | ₹4,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹5,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,350 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
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
Before carting Banana to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach 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
Net-net, Balachaur APMC posted this Banana rate on 24 Sep 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.