In the latest market update for 16 Aug 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹2,300 per quintal in Kattappana Market APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Banana today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Banana Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana (Poovan)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Banana rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Banana is about 34.4% below the period average, sitting just 60.3% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Banana rates across active mandis for 16 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 NGO Colony(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Vellore APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
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.
That ₹1,500 (17.6%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Banana fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at Kattappana Market APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹5,800, with the average around ₹3,505. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,300 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,100 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,800 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,700 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,300 |
| 02 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,400 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 25 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹4,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,100 |
| 21 Jul | ₹4,300 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,300 |
| 20 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,300 |
| 19 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
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 day's best Banana rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Banana rate at Kattappana Market APMC on 16 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.