With the 25 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Banana was quoted at ₹3,000 per quintal in Melaghar APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Banana Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,200
- Lowest Price Today₹2,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date25 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana (Banana - Ripe)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Banana rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Banana about 6.4% above the period average, and just 14.3% 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 Melaghar 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹3,700 (44.6%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at Melaghar APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹3,500, with the average around ₹2,820. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,700 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,400 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,900 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,700 | ₹3,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,700 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,900 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,700 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,600 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,600 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,700 |
| 21 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,000 |
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
The day's best Banana rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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 a nutshell, Banana was priced at this level in Melaghar APMC on 25 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.