Turning to the 21 Aug 2026 APMC board, Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Banana, clocking the day's best rate at ₹10,000 per quintal. Among all active markets, this one paid the most for Banana today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Banana Rate
Best-in-day rates generally rest on solid volumes changing hands, not a lone transaction.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹10,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹10,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana (Red Banana)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 15.1% above the period average and right at 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
This table ranks Banana rates across active mandis for 21 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Vellore APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Taliparamba Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Banana.
The ₹1,500 (17.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹8,685. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 21 Aug 2026, Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC set the pace for Banana. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.