Going by the latest APMC figures for 31 Aug 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹6,000 per quintal in Panruti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Banana Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Banana arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana (Besrai)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 6.5% above the period average and just 25.0% 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
This table ranks Banana rates across active mandis for 31 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Vellore APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 7 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
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.
At ₹1,500 (17.6%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Banana matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at Panruti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹5,632. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 30 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 28 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Banana, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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
Net-net, Panruti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Banana rate on 31 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.