In the day's wholesale-price digest for 03 Nov 2026, Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Banana, clocking the day's best rate at ₹11,250 per quintal. It comfortably led the field, which is why traders are likely keeping an eye on it.
01What Put Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Topping the board usually reflects steady trade through the day rather than a single outlier deal.
- Highest Recorded Price₹11,500
- Lowest Price Today₹11,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date03 Nov 2026
- CommodityBanana (Red Banana)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Banana is about 14.7% above the period average, sitting just 2.2% short of 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
Here's how Banana rates stacked up across reporting markets on 03 Nov 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 | ₹11,000 |
| 3 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 4 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Vellore RM APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 9 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 10 Anchal Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 11 A.Jattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Guduvancheri(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.
That ₹2,750 (32.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Banana fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Banana prices at Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹6,700 and ₹11,500, with the average around ₹9,807. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04 Nov | ₹11,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,750 |
| 03 Nov | ₹11,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,250 |
| 02 Nov | ₹11,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,250 |
| 30 Oct | ₹11,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,250 |
| 29 Oct | ₹11,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,250 |
| 28 Oct | ₹11,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,250 |
| 27 Oct | ₹11,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,250 |
| 26 Oct | ₹11,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,250 |
| 25 Oct | ₹11,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,250 |
| 23 Oct | ₹11,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,250 |
| 22 Oct | ₹11,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,250 |
| 21 Oct | ₹11,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,250 |
| 16 Oct | ₹11,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,250 |
| 15 Oct | ₹11,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,250 |
| 14 Oct | ₹11,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,250 |
| 13 Oct | ₹11,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,250 |
| 12 Oct | ₹11,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,250 |
| 25 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC led Banana on 03 Nov 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.