Here's the 19 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Banana - Green was quoted at ₹3,300 per quintal in Cherthala Market APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Banana - Green Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,400
- Lowest Price Today₹3,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana - Green (Banana - Green)
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.
Right now Banana - Green is about 2.4% below the period average — just 13.2% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Banana - Green rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadaseri APMC Leader | ₹8,250 |
| 2 Piravam Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 4 Chavakkad Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 5 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 Manjeswaram Market APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 7 Kollam Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 8 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 9 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 12 Harippad Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
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.
At ₹1,450 (21.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Banana - Green matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Banana - Green prices at Cherthala Market APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹3,800, with the average around ₹3,381. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 16 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 25 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 22 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 18 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
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 - Green, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Cherthala Market APMC logged this Banana - Green rate on 19 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.