Checking the day's mandi numbers for 17 Aug 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹2,200 per quintal in Shahaswan APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Banana Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,300
- Lowest Price Today₹2,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana (Amruthapani)
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 1.6% above the period average, sitting just 15.4% 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
This table ranks Banana rates across active mandis for 17 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 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 7 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 8 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 12 Mezhuveli VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
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.
A spread of ₹1,900 (23.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at Shahaswan APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹2,600, with the average around ₹2,165. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,250 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,250 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,150 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,250 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Banana yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Banana rate at Shahaswan APMC on 17 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.