With the 31 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Banana, clocking the day's best rate at ₹10,000 per quintal. That figure outpaced every other yard reporting Banana, making it the day's standout.
01What's Behind Today's Banana Price
A market that leads tends to do so because buyers competed for the day's better stock.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹10,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹10,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 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.
Today's rate is about 12.9% 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
Here's how Banana rates stacked up across reporting markets on 31 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 4 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 11 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 12 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Banana.
At ₹1,750 (21.2%), 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 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹8,860. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 30 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 28 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 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 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Banana yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 31 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.