In the day's wholesale-price digest for 29 Aug 2026, Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Banana, clocking the day's best rate at ₹10,000 per quintal. Buyers paid up here, lifting it above all the other markets on the board today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Banana Rate
Best-in-day rates generally rest on solid volumes changing hands, not a lone transaction.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹10,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹10,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date29 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana (Red Banana)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Banana is about 34.0% above the period average — right at the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Banana rates across active mandis for 29 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 4 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 9 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 10 Kurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 11 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 12 Vellore APMC | ₹8,000 |
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.
The ₹2,000 (25.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
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 ₹7,465. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 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 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In short, Banana found its strongest bid at Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 29 Aug 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.