As the 04 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Banana was quoted at ₹3,600 per quintal in Palakkad Market 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
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date04 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana (Nendra Bale)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Banana rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Banana about 32.1% below the period average, and just 57.6% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Banana rates across active mandis for 04 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Vellore APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 9 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Vadalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 NGO Colony(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
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.
At ₹2,000 (25.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Banana matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at Palakkad Market APMC ranged between ₹2,700 and ₹8,500, with the average around ₹5,302. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,600 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,600 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,600 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,600 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,600 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,300 |
| 28 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,600 |
| 27 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,100 |
| 25 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹4,400 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,600 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,800 |
| 22 Jul | ₹4,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹4,200 |
| 21 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,600 |
| 20 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹3,700 | ₹4,400 |
| 18 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,600 |
| 17 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,600 | ₹4,100 |
| 16 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,600 |
| 15 Jul | ₹4,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹4,200 |
| 14 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,600 |
| 13 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,600 |
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
Selling Banana well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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
The takeaway: Palakkad Market APMC reported Banana at this level on 04 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.