Based on what the markets reported on 03 Sep 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹3,200 per quintal in Melaghar APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Banana yard so you can see where this one falls.
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₹3,400
- Lowest Price Today₹2,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date03 Sep 2026
- CommodityBanana (Banana - Ripe)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Banana is about 12.2% above the period average, sitting just 20.0% short of 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
Here's how Banana rates stacked up across reporting markets on 03 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Taliparamba Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Kuthuparambu Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 9 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 10 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Kuttoor Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 12 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
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.
The ₹1,250 (14.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at Melaghar APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹2,853. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03 Sep | ₹3,400 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,200 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 29 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 28 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 27 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,700 |
| 26 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 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 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Banana rate at Melaghar APMC on 03 Sep 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.