As fresh arrivals settled on 12 Oct 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹4,850 per quintal in Vedaranyam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Banana today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Banana Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,850
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityBanana (Poovan)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Here's where today's Banana rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 20.1% above the period average and just 11.8% 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
This table ranks Banana rates across active mandis for 12 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹2,750 (32.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Banana matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Banana prices at Vedaranyam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹5,500, with the average around ₹4,037. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,850 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,400 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 20 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 13 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 12 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
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, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Vedaranyam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC posted this Banana rate on 12 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.