In the latest market update for 24 Aug 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹5,500 per quintal in Pulpally 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
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₹5,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Banana rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Banana is about 62.8% above the period average — just 3.5% 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 24 Aug 2026, so you can see where Pulpally 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 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 4 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 7 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 8 Bharananganam VFPCK APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Vadalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Banana.
A spread of ₹2,000 (25.0%) 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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at Pulpally Market APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹5,700, with the average around ₹3,379. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 23 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,400 |
| 19 Aug | ₹5,700 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,900 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
In short, Banana changed hands at this rate in Pulpally Market APMC on 24 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.