In the price report dated 22 Aug 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹7,500 per quintal in Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What's Behind Today's Banana Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,500
- Lowest Price Today₹7,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 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.
Today's rate is about 16.6% above the period average and just 6.3% short of 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 22 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Kuthuparambu Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 9 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Thengamam VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Taliparamba Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Enadimangalam VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹1,500 (17.6%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC ranged between ₹3,800 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹6,431. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 23 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 22 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 16 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 09 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
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
For Banana, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC posted this Banana rate on 22 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.