Checking the day's mandi numbers for 17 Jul 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹3,200 per quintal in GarhShankar (Kotfatuhi) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Banana Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,200
- Lowest Price Today₹3,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Jul 2026
- CommodityBanana (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Banana is about 12.7% above the period average — right at 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
Here's how Banana rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Jul 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 Vellore APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 7 Thalavoor VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Vadalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Plappally VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Chengamanad VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 11 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Gudiyatham(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.
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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at GarhShankar (Kotfatuhi) APMC ranged between ₹2,300 and ₹3,200, with the average around ₹2,839. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 22 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 17 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 16 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 13 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 09 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 08 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Banana today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, GarhShankar (Kotfatuhi) APMC logged this Banana rate on 17 Jul 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.