In today's crop-price rundown for 17 Aug 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹4,500 per quintal in Cheyyar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Cheyyar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana (Karpura)
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.
Today's rate is about 0.0% above the period average and just 10.0% 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
This table ranks Banana rates across active mandis for 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Mezhuveli VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 11 Sasthamkotta VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Kallakurichi(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.
A spread of ₹2,000 (25.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at Cheyyar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹4,500. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
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
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
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
Bottom line: on 17 Aug 2026, Banana traded at this rate in Cheyyar(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.