With the 11 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Banana was quoted at ₹5,250 per quintal in Kathua (F&V) APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
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₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date11 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 3.3% above the period average and just 12.5% 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
Here's how Banana rates stacked up across reporting markets on 11 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 SMY Nagrota Bagwan APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Vellore APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 7 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Neeleswaram Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 12 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
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.
The ₹2,000 (25.0%) 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 Kathua (F&V) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹5,081. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 25 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 20 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 18 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 11 Aug 2026, Banana traded at this rate in Kathua (F&V) 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.