As fresh arrivals settled on 31 Aug 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹1,630 per quintal in Edackattuvayal VFPCK Market APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Banana Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Banana arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,750
- Lowest Price Today₹1,580
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,630
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana (Robusta)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Banana rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 60.3% below the period average and just 78.6% 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 31 Aug 2026, so you can see where Edackattuvayal VFPCK Market 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 Attingal Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Vellore APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Kuttoor Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 8 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 9 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Taliparamba Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Banana.
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.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at Edackattuvayal VFPCK Market APMC ranged between ₹1,580 and ₹7,600, with the average around ₹4,105. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Sep | ₹3,450 | ₹3,230 | ₹3,320 |
| 31 Aug | ₹1,750 | ₹1,580 | ₹1,630 |
| 25 Aug | ₹3,080 | ₹2,870 | ₹2,970 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,900 | ₹4,750 | ₹4,820 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,890 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,750 |
| 18 Aug | ₹6,490 | ₹6,250 | ₹6,390 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹7,450 | ₹7,560 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,680 | ₹6,450 | ₹6,560 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,550 | ₹5,350 | ₹5,410 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,580 | ₹3,350 | ₹3,420 |
| 08 Aug | ₹6,650 | ₹6,410 | ₹6,580 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,310 | ₹3,410 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,750 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,690 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,100 | ₹4,950 | ₹5,050 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,910 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,330 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,020 | ₹4,880 | ₹4,940 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,300 | ₹3,180 | ₹3,210 |
| 25 Jul | ₹5,400 | ₹5,250 | ₹5,370 |
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
Going to the top Banana market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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
Bottom line: on 31 Aug 2026, Banana traded at this rate in Edackattuvayal VFPCK Market 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.