Pulling together the 23 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Banana was quoted at ₹7,250 per quintal in Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Banana Price
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₹7,500
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana (Red Banana)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Banana is about 19.5% above the period average — just 3.3% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Banana rates across active mandis for 23 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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
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.
The ₹1,750 (22.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹7,500, with the average around ₹6,068. 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 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 22 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 21 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 20 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 19 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 18 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 16 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 15 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 09 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
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
When picking where to sell Banana, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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 wrap up, Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Banana rate on 23 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.