In the latest market update for 13 Aug 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹1,700 per quintal in Payakaraopeta APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Banana today.
01What Put Payakaraopeta APMC on Top Today
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,800
- Lowest Price Today₹1,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana (Karpura)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Banana is about 9.6% below the period average, sitting just 29.2% 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
Here's how Banana rates stacked up across reporting markets on 13 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 Vellore APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Kuttoor Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 6 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Inchakkad VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Taliparamba Market APMC | ₹8,400 |
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 ₹1,600 (19.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Banana matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Banana prices at Payakaraopeta APMC ranged between ₹1,600 and ₹2,400, with the average around ₹1,880. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,700 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,700 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,850 | ₹1,650 | ₹1,750 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,850 | ₹1,650 | ₹1,750 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,800 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,800 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
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
Farmers comparing Banana rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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
All told, this is where Banana stood at Payakaraopeta APMC on 13 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.