Pulling together the 16 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Banana was quoted at ₹7,300 per quintal in Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Banana Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,600
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 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.
At this level, Banana is about 19.5% above the period average, sitting just 3.9% 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 16 Aug 2026, so you can see where Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 NGO Colony(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Vellore APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹1,500 (17.6%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹7,600, with the average around ₹6,111. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹6,600 | ₹7,100 |
| 16 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,300 |
| 15 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,300 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,300 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹6,600 | ₹7,100 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,300 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹6,600 | ₹7,100 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹6,600 | ₹7,100 |
| 09 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,300 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,300 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹6,600 | ₹7,100 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,300 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹6,600 | ₹7,100 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹6,600 | ₹7,100 |
| 02 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,700 |
| 01 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹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
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
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
All told, this is where Banana stood at Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 16 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.