Reading today's price tape for 13 Oct 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹8,150 per quintal in Kurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Banana Rate
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,500
- Lowest Price Today₹7,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,150
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Oct 2026
- CommodityBanana (Red Banana)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Here's where today's Banana rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Banana is about 10.1% above the period average, sitting just 4.1% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Banana rates stacked up across reporting markets on 13 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 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Vellore APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 9 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Vellore RM APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Taliparamba Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
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 ₹2,450 (27.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Banana fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Banana prices at Kurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,500 and ₹8,500, with the average around ₹7,404. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Oct | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,500 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,150 |
| 12 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 25 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 21 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 20 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 19 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 18 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 17 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 16 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 15 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 14 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 13 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 12 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 09 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Banana yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Banana rate at Kurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 13 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.