In the mandi rate roundup for 26 Aug 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹5,650 per quintal in Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Banana Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,800
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,650
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana (Karpura)
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.
Today's rate is about 3.7% below the period average and just 37.2% 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
The table below lines up Banana rates across the markets that reported on 26 Aug 2026, so you can see where Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 9 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,300 |
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 ₹1,700 (20.5%) 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 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹5,868. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,800 |
| 26 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,650 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 24 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 20 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,750 |
| 19 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,750 |
| 18 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,750 |
| 17 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,750 |
| 16 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,750 |
| 15 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 09 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 08 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,250 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Banana yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 26 Aug 2026, Banana traded at this rate in Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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.