Here's the 23 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Banana was quoted at ₹5,350 per quintal in Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Banana Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹5,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,350
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana (Besrai)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Banana is about 8.8% above the period average, sitting just 2.7% 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
The table below lines up Banana rates across the markets that reported on 23 Aug 2026, so you can see where Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Mallappally VFPCK Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 5 Pandalam VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Kodumon VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 10 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 11 Vadalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
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.
That ₹1,750 (22.6%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Banana fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,500 and ₹5,500, with the average around ₹4,917. 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 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,350 |
| 22 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 21 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,350 |
| 20 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,350 |
| 19 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 18 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,350 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,350 |
| 16 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,350 |
| 15 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,350 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,350 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,350 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,350 |
| 09 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,350 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Banana rate at Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 23 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.