Based on what the markets reported on 22 Oct 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹4,750 per quintal in Mecheri(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC. See where this sits in the day's Banana range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What's Behind Today's Banana Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Oct 2026
- CommodityBanana (Karpura)
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.
Right now Banana is about 3.5% above the period average — just 20.8% 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 22 Oct 2026, so you can see where Mecheri(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 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 3 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Taliparamba Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 9 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,850 |
| 10 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 11 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 12 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
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 ₹2,750 (32.4%) 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 Mecheri(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹4,589. 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 | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 21 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 20 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 19 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 18 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 17 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 16 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 25 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 20 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 19 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
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
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
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 Mecheri(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC on 22 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.