Based on what the markets reported on 28 Aug 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹1,600 per quintal in Payakaraopeta APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Banana Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,650
- Lowest Price Today₹1,550
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana (Karpura)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Banana rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Banana is about 10.4% 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
The table below lines up Banana rates across the markets that reported on 28 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 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹12,000 |
| 2 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Pudukottai(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 ₹3,500 (41.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at Payakaraopeta APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹2,400, with the average around ₹1,785. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Aug | ₹1,650 | ₹1,550 | ₹1,600 |
| 27 Aug | ₹1,650 | ₹1,550 | ₹1,600 |
| 25 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,650 |
| 24 Aug | ₹1,650 | ₹1,550 | ₹1,600 |
| 23 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,650 |
| 22 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 21 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 20 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,650 |
| 19 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,750 | ₹1,650 | ₹1,700 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,750 | ₹1,550 | ₹1,650 |
| 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 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Banana yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
In short, Banana changed hands at this rate in Payakaraopeta APMC on 28 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.