In today's crop-price rundown for 17 Aug 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹6,250 per quintal in Kancheepuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
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₹6,500
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 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.
Today's rate is about 17.3% above the period average and just 10.7% 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
Here's how Banana rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 7 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Mezhuveli VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 11 Sasthamkotta VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Banana.
That ₹2,000 (25.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Banana fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at Kancheepuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹5,327. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 17 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 16 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 15 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 09 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 08 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 02 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,750 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹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
The headline Banana rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Aug 2026, Banana traded at this rate in Kancheepuram(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.