In the price report dated 15 Aug 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹1,747 per quintal in Payakaraopeta APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Payakaraopeta APMC on Top Today
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,757
- Lowest Price Today₹1,737
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,747
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana (Karpura)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 6.2% below the period average and just 27.2% 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 15 Aug 2026, so you can see where Payakaraopeta 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 NGO Colony(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 7 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 8 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Nanganallur(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.
The ₹1,500 (17.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Banana prices at Payakaraopeta APMC ranged between ₹1,549 and ₹2,400, with the average around ₹1,863. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹1,749 | ₹1,549 | ₹1,649 |
| 15 Aug | ₹1,757 | ₹1,737 | ₹1,747 |
| 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 |
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
The day's best Banana rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 15 Aug 2026, Banana traded at this rate in Payakaraopeta 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.