Going by the latest APMC figures for 22 Oct 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹6,500 per quintal in Kancheepuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. This is one of several Banana rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Banana Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 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 20.5% above the period average and just 13.3% 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
The table below lines up Banana rates across the markets that reported on 22 Oct 2026, so you can see where Kancheepuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,250 |
| 2 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,250 |
| 3 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 4 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 5 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 6 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 7 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Vellore RM APMC | ₹9,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Banana.
A spread of ₹2,250 (25.0%) 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 Kancheepuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹7,500, with the average around ₹5,394. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 21 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 20 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 18 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 22 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,750 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 16 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
When picking where to sell Banana, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
Bottom line: on 22 Oct 2026, Banana traded at this rate in Kancheepuram(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.