Turning to the 05 Nov 2026 APMC board, Banana was quoted at ₹3,000 per quintal in Melaghar APMC. This is one of several Banana rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Banana Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date05 Nov 2026
- CommodityBanana (Banana - Ripe)
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.
This puts Banana about 2.5% above the period average, and just 25.0% 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
This table ranks Banana rates across active mandis for 05 Nov 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 Sohra APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 6 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 7 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Taliparamba Market 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Banana prices at Melaghar APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹2,927. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06 Nov | ₹3,500 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,000 |
| 05 Nov | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 04 Nov | ₹3,200 | ₹2,700 | ₹3,000 |
| 03 Nov | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 02 Nov | ₹3,200 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 01 Nov | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 30 Oct | ₹3,200 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 29 Oct | ₹3,100 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 28 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,900 |
| 27 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,500 |
| 26 Oct | ₹3,200 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,000 |
| 22 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 20 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 17 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,200 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,200 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 25 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹2,700 | ₹3,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
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
Before carting Banana to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Melaghar APMC reported Banana at this level on 05 Nov 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.