In the price report dated 22 Aug 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹7,250 per quintal in Udumalpet APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Banana Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,500
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana (Red Banana)
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.
This puts Banana about 11.0% above the period average, and just 3.3% 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
This table ranks Banana rates across active mandis for 22 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Kuthuparambu Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 9 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Thengamam VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Taliparamba Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Enadimangalam VFPCK Market 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.
That ₹1,500 (17.6%) 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 Udumalpet APMC ranged between ₹4,500 and ₹7,500, with the average around ₹6,530. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 22 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 21 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 20 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 19 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 18 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 16 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 15 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
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
The headline Banana rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Udumalpet APMC reported Banana at this level on 22 Aug 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.