In the latest market update for 26 Aug 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹7,600 per quintal in Paramathivelur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Banana Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 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 55.1% above the period average, sitting just 5.0% 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 26 Aug 2026, so you can see where Paramathivelur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 9 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,300 |
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 ₹1,700 (20.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Banana matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at Paramathivelur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹4,900. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,600 |
| 25 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 24 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 23 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,600 |
| 21 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,600 |
| 20 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,600 |
| 19 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,600 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,600 |
| 15 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,600 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,600 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,600 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,600 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 09 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,700 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,400 |
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
For Banana, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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 Paramathivelur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 26 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.