In the price report dated 16 Aug 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹7,600 per quintal in Paramathivelur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Banana markets in the table that follows.
01What's Behind Today's Banana Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana (Red Banana)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 61.4% above the period average and just 5.0% 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 16 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Dindigul(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 Paramathivelur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹4,708. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,600 |
| 15 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,600 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,600 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,600 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,600 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 09 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,700 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,400 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,650 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 02 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,650 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,150 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,150 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,150 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,300 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,050 |
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 is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Paramathivelur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Banana rate on 16 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.