In the mandi rate roundup for 13 Aug 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹4,700 per quintal in Ravulapalem (Kothapeta) 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
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,900
- Lowest Price Today₹4,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana (Amruthapani)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Banana rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Banana about 61.5% above the period average, and just 4.1% 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 13 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 Vellore APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Kuttoor Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 6 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Inchakkad VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Taliparamba Market APMC | ₹8,400 |
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.
At ₹1,600 (19.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Banana matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at Ravulapalem (Kothapeta) APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹4,900, with the average around ₹2,910. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Aug | ₹4,900 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,700 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,900 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,200 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹3,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹3,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹3,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,900 | ₹2,700 | ₹3,700 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,900 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,700 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹3,300 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,900 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,700 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,900 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,700 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹3,600 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,200 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,900 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,700 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,400 |
| 22 Jul | ₹4,900 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,700 |
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
When picking where to sell Banana, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Banana was priced at this level in Ravulapalem (Kothapeta) APMC on 13 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.