With the 22 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Banana was quoted at ₹7,750 per quintal in Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. This is one of several Banana rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What's Behind Today's Banana Price
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₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,750
- 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.
This puts Banana about 8.9% above the period average, and just 3.1% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Banana rates stacked up across reporting markets on 22 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Banana prices at Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹7,119. 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 | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 21 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 20 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 19 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 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 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 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 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 22 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 21 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 19 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 18 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 17 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
Farmers comparing Banana rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Banana was priced at this level in Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 22 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.