In the mandi rate roundup for 02 Sep 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹7,700 per quintal in Kollam Market 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
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Banana arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date02 Sep 2026
- CommodityBanana (Palayamthodan)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 49.7% above the period average and just 14.4% 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
Here's how Banana rates stacked up across reporting markets on 02 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Thuraiyur APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Kuthuparambu Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 9 Anchal Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 10 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
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 ₹1,500 (17.6%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Banana matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at Kollam Market APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹5,145. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,400 |
| 02 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,700 |
| 01 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,700 |
| 31 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 19 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 18 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,200 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,700 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 09 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 22 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 21 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,200 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Banana yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Kollam Market APMC posted this Banana rate on 02 Sep 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.