In the latest market update for 31 Aug 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹1,600 per quintal in Payakaraopeta APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What Put Payakaraopeta APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,650
- Lowest Price Today₹1,550
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana (Karpura)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Banana is about 9.6% below the period average — just 33.3% 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
The table below lines up Banana rates across the markets that reported on 31 Aug 2026, so you can see where Payakaraopeta APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Vellore APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 7 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
The ₹1,500 (17.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at Payakaraopeta APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹2,400, with the average around ₹1,769. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹1,650 | ₹1,550 | ₹1,600 |
| 30 Aug | ₹1,650 | ₹1,550 | ₹1,600 |
| 29 Aug | ₹1,650 | ₹1,550 | ₹1,600 |
| 28 Aug | ₹1,650 | ₹1,550 | ₹1,600 |
| 27 Aug | ₹1,650 | ₹1,550 | ₹1,600 |
| 25 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,650 |
| 24 Aug | ₹1,650 | ₹1,550 | ₹1,600 |
| 23 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,650 |
| 22 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 21 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 20 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,650 |
| 19 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,750 | ₹1,650 | ₹1,700 |
| 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 |
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
Selling Banana well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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
To wrap up, Payakaraopeta APMC logged this Banana rate on 31 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.