Turning to the 17 Aug 2026 APMC board, Banana was quoted at ₹5,400 per quintal in PMY Kather Solan APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Banana Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Banana about 9.2% below the period average, and just 27.0% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
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 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 8 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 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.
That ₹2,000 (25.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Banana fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at PMY Kather Solan APMC ranged between ₹3,600 and ₹7,400, with the average around ₹5,950. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹3,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹3,600 | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹5,400 | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹5,400 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹5,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹5,400 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹5,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹5,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹5,400 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹5,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,100 | ₹3,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹6,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹6,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹5,600 |
| 25 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹5,400 | ₹6,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹3,600 | ₹6,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹7,300 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,600 |
| 21 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹3,600 | ₹6,000 |
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
When picking where to sell Banana, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
In a nutshell, Banana was priced at this level in PMY Kather Solan APMC on 17 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.