In today's crop-price rundown for 30 Oct 2026, Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Banana, clocking the day's best rate at ₹11,500 per quintal. That rate sat clear of the pack, marking this yard as the one to beat for Banana.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Banana Rate
Strong rates like these tend to hold up when the trade behind them is broad, not just a one-off bid.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,000
- Lowest Price Today₹11,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date30 Oct 2026
- CommodityBanana (Red Banana)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Banana rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 16.7% above the period average and just 4.2% 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 30 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,500 |
| 2 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,250 |
| 3 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 4 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 5 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 6 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Taliparamba Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹2,500 (27.8%) 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 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹12,000, with the average around ₹9,858. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Oct | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 29 Oct | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 28 Oct | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 27 Oct | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 26 Oct | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 25 Oct | ₹11,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,750 |
| 24 Oct | ₹11,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,750 |
| 23 Oct | ₹11,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,750 |
| 22 Oct | ₹11,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,250 |
| 21 Oct | ₹11,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,250 |
| 20 Oct | ₹11,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,750 |
| 19 Oct | ₹11,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,750 |
| 18 Oct | ₹11,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,750 |
| 17 Oct | ₹11,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,750 |
| 16 Oct | ₹11,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,750 |
| 15 Oct | ₹11,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,250 |
| 14 Oct | ₹11,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,250 |
| 13 Oct | ₹11,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,750 |
| 12 Oct | ₹11,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,750 |
| 25 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
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
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
Bottom line: on 30 Oct 2026, Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC set the pace for Banana. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.