Here's the 17 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Banana was quoted at ₹1,650 per quintal in Payakaraopeta APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put Payakaraopeta APMC on Top Today
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,750
- Lowest Price Today₹1,550
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,650
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana (Karpura)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Banana is about 11.0% below the period average — just 31.3% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Banana rates across active mandis for 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 7 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 8 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 12 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Banana.
A spread of ₹2,000 (25.0%) 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 ₹1,549 and ₹2,400, with the average around ₹1,854. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹1,750 | ₹1,550 | ₹1,650 |
| 16 Aug | ₹1,749 | ₹1,549 | ₹1,649 |
| 15 Aug | ₹1,757 | ₹1,737 | ₹1,747 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,700 |
| 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 |
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 headline Banana rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In short, Banana changed hands at this rate in Payakaraopeta APMC on 17 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.