Based on what the markets reported on 17 Aug 2026, Banana - Green was quoted at ₹7,200 per quintal in Kollam Market APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Banana - Green yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What's Behind Today's Banana - Green Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,500
- Lowest Price Today₹6,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana - Green (Banana - Green)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Banana - Green is about 4.4% above the period average, sitting just 4.0% 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
This table ranks Banana - Green rates across active mandis for 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thrippunithura Market APMC Leader | ₹8,200 |
| 2 Chavakkad Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 3 Pandanadu VFPCK Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 4 Kollam Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 5 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 6 Harippad Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Doddaballapur APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Kallachi Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 12 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹6,600 |
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.
The ₹1,600 (24.2%) 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 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Banana - Green prices at Kollam Market APMC ranged between ₹5,100 and ₹7,500, with the average around ₹6,896. 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 | ₹7,500 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,700 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,300 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,300 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,200 |
| 23 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,200 |
| 22 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,200 |
| 21 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,200 |
| 18 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,200 |
| 16 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,200 |
| 14 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,200 |
| 13 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,200 |
| 09 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,200 |
| 08 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,200 |
| 07 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,200 |
| 02 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,200 |
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
The day's best Banana - Green 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
To sum up, this was the Banana - Green rate at Kollam Market 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.