In the day's wholesale-price digest for 14 Aug 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹1,200 per quintal in Sagar(F&V) APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Banana Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,400
- Lowest Price Today₹1,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana (Medium)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Banana rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Banana is about 0.0% above the period average — just 25.0% 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 14 Aug 2026, so you can see where Sagar(F&V) 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 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Nedumangadu Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Vellore APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Kanjangadu Market 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.
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 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Banana prices at Sagar(F&V) APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹1,600, with the average around ₹1,200. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,400 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 09 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 16 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 14 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 13 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 09 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 07 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 24 Jun | ₹1,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
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
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, Sagar(F&V) APMC logged this Banana rate on 14 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.