In the day's wholesale-price digest for 22 Aug 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹7,400 per quintal in Pala Market APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Banana yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What's Behind Today's Banana Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,800
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana (Banana - Ripe)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Banana rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Banana is about 43.0% above the period average, sitting just 5.1% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Banana rates across active mandis for 22 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Kuthuparambu Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 9 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Thengamam VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Taliparamba Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Enadimangalam VFPCK Market 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.
That ₹1,500 (17.6%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Banana fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at Pala Market APMC ranged between ₹4,200 and ₹7,800, with the average around ₹5,175. 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 | ₹7,800 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,400 |
| 22 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,400 |
| 20 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,400 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,600 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,600 |
| 22 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,600 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,600 |
| 19 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,600 |
| 18 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,600 |
| 17 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,600 |
| 14 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,400 |
| 12 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,400 |
| 08 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,400 |
| 03 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,400 |
| 01 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Banana, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Banana rate at Pala Market APMC on 22 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.