Looking at how the yards traded on 21 Aug 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹1,600 per quintal in Payakaraopeta APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Banana today.
01What's Behind Today's Banana Price
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₹1,700
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana (Karpura)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Banana is about 4.1% below the period average — just 33.3% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Banana rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Vellore APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 9 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
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 ₹1,500 (17.6%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Banana matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at Payakaraopeta APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹2,400, with the average around ₹1,669. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02 Nov | ₹1,560 | ₹1,540 | ₹1,550 |
| 30 Oct | ₹1,560 | ₹1,540 | ₹1,550 |
| 29 Oct | ₹1,560 | ₹1,540 | ₹1,550 |
| 28 Oct | ₹1,560 | ₹1,540 | ₹1,550 |
| 27 Oct | ₹1,560 | ₹1,540 | ₹1,550 |
| 23 Oct | ₹1,560 | ₹1,540 | ₹1,550 |
| 22 Oct | ₹1,560 | ₹1,540 | ₹1,550 |
| 21 Oct | ₹1,560 | ₹1,540 | ₹1,550 |
| 17 Oct | ₹1,560 | ₹1,540 | ₹1,550 |
| 16 Oct | ₹1,560 | ₹1,540 | ₹1,550 |
| 15 Oct | ₹1,560 | ₹1,540 | ₹1,550 |
| 14 Oct | ₹1,560 | ₹1,540 | ₹1,550 |
| 12 Oct | ₹1,560 | ₹1,540 | ₹1,550 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,540 | ₹1,550 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,550 |
| 22 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,550 |
| 21 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,550 |
| 19 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,550 |
| 18 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,550 |
| 17 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,550 |
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 headline Banana rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
In short, Banana changed hands at this rate in Payakaraopeta APMC on 21 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.