As the 23 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Banana was quoted at ₹7,500 per quintal in Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Banana today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Banana Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Banana arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana (Besrai)
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.
This puts Banana about 2.6% above the period average, and just 25.0% 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 23 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Naranganam VFPCK Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Mallappally VFPCK Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Puramattom VFPCK Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 7 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 9 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Ranni VFPCK Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Banana.
A spread of ₹1,250 (14.3%) 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 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹7,313. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 23 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 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 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Banana was priced at this level in Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 23 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.