Reading today's price tape for 01 Aug 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹4,750 per quintal in Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
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₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date01 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana (Poovan)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Banana rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Banana is about 23.0% below the period average, sitting just 40.6% 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 01 Aug 2026, so you can see where Karambakkudi(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 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Vellore APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Pandalam VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 6 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Vadalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Kallara VFPCK Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 12 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
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.
At ₹2,250 (29.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Banana matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹6,168. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 26 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 23 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 21 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 19 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 18 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 17 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 16 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 15 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 14 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
The day's best Banana rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Banana stood at Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 01 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.