Reading today's price tape for 14 Aug 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹2,300 per quintal in Ajmer(F&V) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Banana Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,600
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Banana is about 4.4% below the period average, sitting just 28.1% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Banana rates stacked up across reporting markets on 14 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Kuttoor Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 6 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Vellore 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.
A spread of ₹1,500 (17.6%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Banana prices at Ajmer(F&V) APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹3,200, with the average around ₹2,405. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,100 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,100 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,400 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,600 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,400 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,400 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,400 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,400 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 17 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 16 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,600 |
| 19 Jun | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,600 |
| 18 Jun | ₹3,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,500 |
| 16 Jun | ₹3,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,500 |
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
Farmers comparing Banana rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Banana stood at Ajmer(F&V) APMC on 14 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.