Here's the 19 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Banana was quoted at ₹6,500 per quintal in Tirukattupalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Banana today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Banana Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,500
- Lowest Price Today₹6,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana (Besrai)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Banana is about 0.2% above the period average, sitting right at 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 19 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 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 8 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
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.
At ₹2,000 (25.0%), 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 Tirukattupalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹6,500, with the average around ₹6,484. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
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
To sum up, this was the Banana rate at Tirukattupalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 19 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.