Reading today's price tape for 20 Oct 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹8,000 per quintal in Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Banana Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 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.
At this level, Banana is about 9.9% above the period average, sitting right at the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Banana rates across active mandis for 20 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 3 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Vellore RM APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,850 |
| 7 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 8 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 9 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Pollachi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 A.Jattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
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.
That ₹2,500 (29.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Banana fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Banana prices at Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹7,279. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 19 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 18 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 25 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
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
The day's best Banana rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Banana rate at Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC on 20 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.