Reading today's price tape for 19 Aug 2026, Banana - Green was quoted at ₹7,200 per quintal in Kollam Market APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Banana - Green yards.
01What's Behind Today's Banana - Green Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,500
- Lowest Price Today₹6,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana - Green (Banana - Green)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Banana - Green rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Banana - Green is about 4.1% 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
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 Chavakkad Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 4 Kanjirappally 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 Nedumkandam Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹6,900 |
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.
That ₹1,350 (19.6%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Banana - Green fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Banana - Green prices at Kollam Market APMC ranged between ₹5,100 and ₹7,500, with the average around ₹6,919. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,200 |
| 18 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,200 |
| 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 |
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
Farmers comparing Banana - Green rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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 - Green rate at Kollam Market APMC on 19 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.