Across the reporting yards on 23 Aug 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹7,400 per quintal in Pala Market APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
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
- Date23 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana (Banana - Ripe)
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 43.0% above the period average and just 5.1% 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 23 Aug 2026, so you can see where Pala 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 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Mallappally VFPCK Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Ranni VFPCK Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 9 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 10 Pandalam VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Jameenrayapettai(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.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at Pala Market APMC ranged between ₹4,200 and ₹7,800, with the average around ₹5,175. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Pala Market APMC posted this Banana rate on 23 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.