As the 24 Jul 2026 session wrapped up, Banana was quoted at ₹2,354 per quintal in Garh Shankar(Mahalpur) APMC. This is one of several Banana rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What's Behind Today's Banana Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,400
- Lowest Price Today₹2,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,354
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Jul 2026
- CommodityBanana (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Banana about 0.2% below the period average, and just 5.8% 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
The table below lines up Banana rates across the markets that reported on 24 Jul 2026, so you can see where Garh Shankar(Mahalpur) 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 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Keelpennathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Vellore APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 7 Plappally VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Sohra APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Vadalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
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.
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.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at Garh Shankar(Mahalpur) APMC ranged between ₹2,100 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹2,358. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,354 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 09 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 07 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 06 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 04 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 03 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 30 Jun | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Garh Shankar(Mahalpur) APMC reported Banana at this level on 24 Jul 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.