Across the reporting yards on 17 Oct 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹7,750 per quintal in Edapadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Banana yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Banana Rate
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityBanana (Red Banana)
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 9.2% above the period average and just 3.1% 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 17 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kanjangadu Market APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 3 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 4 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 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 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,850 |
| 12 Taliparamba Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
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 ₹2,200 (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 Edapadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹7,094. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 17 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 16 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 15 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 12 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 25 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 23 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 20 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 19 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 16 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 15 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 14 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 13 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
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
Going to the top Banana market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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 17 Oct 2026, Banana traded at this rate in Edapadi (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.