Pulling together the 17 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Banana was quoted at ₹7,750 per quintal in Tenkasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What's Behind Today's Banana Price
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
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana (Karpura)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Banana is about 3.2% above the period average, sitting just 13.9% 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
This table ranks Banana rates across active mandis for 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 7 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Mezhuveli VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 11 Inchakkad VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Banana.
That ₹2,000 (25.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Banana fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Banana prices at Tenkasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹7,511. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Nov | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Nov | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 09 Nov | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 07 Nov | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 06 Nov | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 05 Nov | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 04 Nov | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 03 Nov | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 02 Nov | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 01 Nov | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 31 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 30 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 29 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 28 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 27 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 26 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 25 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 24 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 23 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 22 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
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
Before carting Banana to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Banana stood at Tenkasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 17 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.