Here's the 17 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Banana was quoted at ₹8,850 per quintal in RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Banana markets in the table that follows.
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₹9,200
- Lowest Price Today₹8,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,850
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityBanana (Red Banana)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Banana is about 10.9% above the period average — just 3.8% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Banana rates across active mandis for 17 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 3 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Vellore RM APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 9 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 10 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,850 |
| 11 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 12 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
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 ₹2,250 (25.7%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Banana prices at RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹9,200, with the average around ₹7,977. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹9,200 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,850 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,200 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,850 |
| 15 Oct | ₹8,800 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,600 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,800 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,600 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,800 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,600 |
| 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 |
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
Farmers comparing Banana rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In short, Banana changed hands at this rate in RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 17 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.