In today's crop-price rundown for 31 Aug 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹6,500 per quintal in Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What Put Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana (Red Banana)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 5.1% above the period average and just 18.8% 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 31 Aug 2026, so you can see where Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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 Vellore APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 7 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Jameenrayapettai(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.
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.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹6,187. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 30 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 29 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 28 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 27 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 26 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 25 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 24 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 23 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 18 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 31 Aug 2026, Banana traded at this rate in Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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.