Based on what the markets reported on 21 Oct 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹5,800 per quintal in Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What Put Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,800
- Lowest Price Today₹5,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityBanana (Poovan)
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.
Right now Banana is about 12.9% above the period average — just 17.1% 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
The table below lines up Banana rates across the markets that reported on 21 Oct 2026, so you can see where Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,250 |
| 2 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 3 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Vellore RM APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,850 |
| 12 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹8,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Banana.
That ₹2,500 (28.6%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Banana fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Banana prices at Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹5,136. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
| 20 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,700 |
| 19 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,700 |
| 18 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,700 |
| 17 Oct | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 |
| 16 Oct | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,800 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,400 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,800 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,400 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,800 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,400 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,600 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,900 | ₹3,900 | ₹3,900 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,700 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,700 | ₹4,100 |
| 20 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹3,700 | ₹4,050 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,700 | ₹4,100 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,400 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,950 |
| 16 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
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
For Banana, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 21 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.