In today's crop-price rundown for 17 Aug 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹7,250 per quintal in Edapadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
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₹7,500
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana (Red Banana)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Banana about 23.7% above the period average, and just 3.3% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
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 Edapadi (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 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Anna nagar(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 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 12 Mezhuveli VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
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 ₹1,900 (23.5%), 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 Edapadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹7,500, with the average around ₹5,863. 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 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 16 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 15 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 09 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
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
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
In a nutshell, Banana was priced at this level in Edapadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 17 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.