Looking at how the yards traded on 23 Aug 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹5,600 per quintal in Kuruppanthura Market APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Banana today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Banana Rate
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₹5,600
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana (Poovan)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Banana is about 60.6% above the period average — just 9.7% 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 23 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kuruppanthura 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 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Mallappally VFPCK Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 6 Pandalam VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Kodumon VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Neeleswaram Market APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 11 Anchal Market APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 12 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,300 |
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.
A spread of ₹1,700 (20.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Banana prices at Kuruppanthura Market APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹6,200, with the average around ₹3,486. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 22 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 09 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 19 Jul | ₹6,200 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,100 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 12 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 08 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 06 Jul | ₹4,600 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Banana today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Kuruppanthura Market APMC logged this Banana rate on 23 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.