Reading today's price tape for 12 Oct 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹2,200 per quintal in Sitarganj APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Banana markets in the table that follows.
01What's Behind Today's Banana Price
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityBanana (Banana - Ripe)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Banana rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Banana is about 8.3% below the period average, sitting just 51.1% 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 12 Oct 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 | ₹10,750 |
| 3 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 4 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 8 Tenkasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 9 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 10 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 11 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 12 AJattihalli(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.
At ₹2,750 (32.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Banana matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at Sitarganj APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹4,500, with the average around ₹2,399. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 03 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 02 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 01 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 29 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
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
For Banana, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Banana stood at Sitarganj APMC on 12 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.