In the price report dated 12 Aug 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹1,750 per quintal in Payakaraopeta APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Banana Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,850
- Lowest Price Today₹1,650
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana (Karpura)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 7.4% below the period average and just 27.1% 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 12 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Vellore APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 9 Sasthamkotta VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹8,300 |
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 ₹1,700 (20.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Banana prices at Payakaraopeta APMC ranged between ₹1,600 and ₹2,400, with the average around ₹1,889. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,700 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,850 | ₹1,650 | ₹1,750 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,850 | ₹1,650 | ₹1,750 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,800 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,800 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 12 Aug 2026, Banana traded at this rate in Payakaraopeta APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.