With the 24 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Banana was quoted at ₹5,500 per quintal in Velayuthampalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What's Behind Today's Banana Price
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Oct 2026
- CommodityBanana (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 0.8% below the period average and just 8.3% 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 24 Oct 2026, so you can see where Velayuthampalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 6 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 7 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Taliparamba Market 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.
At ₹2,000 (22.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Banana matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Banana prices at Velayuthampalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹5,542. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 23 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,600 |
| 22 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 21 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 20 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,600 |
| 18 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,600 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,600 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,600 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,600 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,600 |
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, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 24 Oct 2026, Banana traded at this rate in Velayuthampalayam(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.