Based on what the markets reported on 24 Aug 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹7,500 per quintal in Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Banana Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,500
- Lowest Price Today₹7,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana (Red Banana)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Banana is about 16.6% above the period average, sitting just 6.3% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Banana rates across the markets that reported on 24 Aug 2026, so you can see where Vazhapadi(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 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 4 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 7 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 8 Bharananganam VFPCK APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Vadalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Banana.
That ₹2,000 (25.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Banana fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC ranged between ₹3,800 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹6,431. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 23 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 22 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 16 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 09 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
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
For Banana, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
To sum up, this was the Banana rate at Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC on 24 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.