As fresh arrivals settled on 31 Aug 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹7,750 per quintal in Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Banana Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 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.
This puts Banana about 25.2% above the period average, and just 3.1% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
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 Attingal Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Vellore APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 8 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Taliparamba Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
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 ₹1,500 (17.6%), 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 Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹6,189. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 30 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 29 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 28 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 27 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 26 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 25 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 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 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Banana, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Banana at this level on 31 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.