In the price report dated 25 Aug 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹9,500 per quintal in Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Banana Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹9,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date25 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana (Red Banana)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Banana rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Banana about 0.3% above the period average, and just 5.0% 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
The table below lines up Banana rates across the markets that reported on 25 Aug 2026, so you can see where Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹12,000 |
| 2 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Vellore APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Kodumon VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 12 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,300 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Banana.
The ₹3,700 (44.6%) 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 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹6,700 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹9,476. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 24 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 23 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
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
The headline Banana rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Banana at this level on 25 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.