From today's trading desk on 17 Aug 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹6,700 per quintal in Thalasserry Market APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Banana markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Banana Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,500
- Lowest Price Today₹6,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 10.7% above the period average — just 19.3% 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 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Thalasserry Market 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 Gudiyatham(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 Mezhuveli VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 12 Vadalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
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 ₹2,000 (25.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Banana matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at Thalasserry Market APMC ranged between ₹4,700 and ₹8,300, with the average around ₹6,050. 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 | ₹7,500 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,700 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,300 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,300 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,800 |
| 08 Aug | ₹8,300 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,700 |
| 06 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,700 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,300 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,300 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,300 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,700 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,600 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,100 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,100 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,100 |
| 21 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,100 |
| 19 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 17 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 15 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,400 |
| 14 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,400 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Thalasserry Market APMC logged this Banana rate on 17 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.