As the 12 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Banana was quoted at ₹8,600 per quintal in RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Banana yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What's Behind Today's Banana Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,800
- Lowest Price Today₹8,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,600
- 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 9.0% above the period average and just 2.3% 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.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Banana prices at RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹6,800 and ₹8,800, with the average around ₹7,889. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹8,800 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,600 |
| 25 Sep | ₹8,600 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,600 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 23 Sep | ₹8,600 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 22 Sep | ₹8,600 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 21 Sep | ₹8,600 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 20 Sep | ₹8,600 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 19 Sep | ₹8,600 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 18 Sep | ₹8,600 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 17 Sep | ₹8,600 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 16 Sep | ₹8,600 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 15 Sep | ₹8,600 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 14 Sep | ₹8,600 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 13 Sep | ₹8,600 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 12 Sep | ₹8,600 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 11 Sep | ₹8,600 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 10 Sep | ₹8,600 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 09 Sep | ₹8,600 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 08 Sep | ₹8,600 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 07 Sep | ₹8,600 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
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
The headline Banana rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
Bottom line: on 12 Oct 2026, Banana traded at this rate in RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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.