In the mandi rate roundup for 17 Aug 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹7,800 per quintal in Neeleswaram 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
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana (Nendra Bale)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 18.8% above the period average and just 7.1% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
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 Neeleswaram 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 distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Banana.
That ₹2,000 (25.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Banana fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Banana prices at Neeleswaram Market APMC ranged between ₹4,800 and ₹8,400, with the average around ₹6,563. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,400 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,600 |
| 21 Jul | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 20 Jul | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 18 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 17 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
| 16 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,900 |
| 13 Jul | ₹6,600 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,500 |
| 03 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
| 30 Jun | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
| 29 Jun | ₹6,800 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,600 |
| 24 Jun | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
| 19 Jun | ₹6,800 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,600 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Aug 2026, Banana traded at this rate in Neeleswaram Market APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.