Across the reporting yards on 16 Sep 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹8,500 per quintal in Pollachi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Banana Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Banana arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Sep 2026
- CommodityBanana (Red Banana)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Banana rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Banana about 15.1% above the period average, and just 5.6% 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
The table below lines up Banana rates across the markets that reported on 16 Sep 2026, so you can see where Pollachi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 9 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Pollachi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
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.
The ₹1,500 (17.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Banana prices at Pollachi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹7,383. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 06 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 05 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 04 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 02 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 01 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 30 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Banana was priced at this level in Pollachi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 16 Sep 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.