In today's crop-price rundown for 07 Aug 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹3,265 per quintal in Karalam VFPCK Market APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Banana Price
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₹6,500
- Lowest Price Today₹1,450
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,265
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date07 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana (Nendra Bale)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 11.5% above the period average and just 49.8% 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 07 Aug 2026, so you can see where Karalam VFPCK 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 Vellore APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 8 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Vadalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
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.
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.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Banana prices at Karalam VFPCK Market APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹6,500, with the average around ₹2,928. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹1,450 | ₹3,265 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹3,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,100 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 25 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,540 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹3,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,950 |
| 20 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹1,200 | ₹3,560 |
| 17 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹1,100 | ₹3,450 |
| 14 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,820 |
| 10 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹3,250 |
| 07 Jul | ₹5,100 | ₹1,250 | ₹2,650 |
| 04 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,400 |
| 30 Jun | ₹4,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,800 |
| 27 Jun | ₹4,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,980 |
| 26 Jun | ₹4,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,800 |
| 24 Jun | ₹4,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,650 |
| 22 Jun | ₹4,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,450 |
| 18 Jun | ₹4,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,450 |
| 16 Jun | ₹4,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,450 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Banana today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Karalam VFPCK Market APMC posted this Banana rate on 07 Aug 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.