Reading today's price tape for 28 Aug 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹5,750 per quintal in Sathiyamagalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Banana markets.
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₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana (Red Banana)
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 5.8% above the period average, sitting just 11.5% 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
This table ranks Banana rates across active mandis for 28 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹12,000 |
| 2 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Pudukottai(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.
That ₹3,500 (41.2%) 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 Sathiyamagalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹6,500, with the average around ₹5,435. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 27 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 26 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 25 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 24 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 23 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 22 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 21 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 20 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 19 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 18 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 17 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 16 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 15 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,300 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,150 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 09 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Banana today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
To sum up, this was the Banana rate at Sathiyamagalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 28 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.