Checking the day's mandi numbers for 20 Aug 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹5,500 per quintal in Davangere APMC. This is one of several Banana rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Banana Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,800
- Lowest Price Today₹2,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana (Elakki Bale)
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 69.4% above the period average — just 19.1% 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 20 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 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 8 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,300 |
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 ₹1,700 (20.5%), 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 Davangere APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹6,800, with the average around ₹3,247. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹6,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹5,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹1,100 | ₹2,800 |
| 18 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹2,600 | ₹5,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹2,300 | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹2,500 | ₹4,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,600 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,400 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹2,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹2,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,900 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹3,300 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,600 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,100 | ₹2,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 22 Jul | ₹4,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 18 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,400 |
| 17 Jul | ₹5,100 | ₹2,800 | ₹4,200 |
| 16 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹4,200 |
| 15 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,600 |
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 yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In short, Banana changed hands at this rate in Davangere APMC on 20 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.