Across the reporting yards on 19 Aug 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹3,200 per quintal in Garh Shankar APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Banana markets.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Banana Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,200
- Lowest Price Today₹3,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 9.5% above the period average and just 5.9% 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
Here's how Banana rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 5 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Vadalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 11 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 12 Attayampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
That ₹1,750 (22.6%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Banana fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at Garh Shankar APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹3,400, with the average around ₹2,923. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
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
The headline Banana rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
Bottom line: on 19 Aug 2026, Banana traded at this rate in Garh Shankar APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.