Going by the latest APMC figures for 17 Aug 2026, Banana - Green was quoted at ₹7,600 per quintal in Chavakkad Market APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Banana - Green today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Banana - Green Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,600
- Lowest Price Today₹6,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana - Green (Banana - Green)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 24.6% above the period average and right at the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Banana - Green rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Piravam Market APMC Leader | ₹9,000 |
| 2 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 3 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 4 Cheriyanadu VFPCK Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 5 Chavakkad Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 6 Manjeswaram Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 7 Pandanadu VFPCK Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 8 Kollam Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 9 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 10 Doddaballapur APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Harippad Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Banana - Green.
That ₹2,000 (28.6%) 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 Chavakkad Market APMC ranged between ₹4,200 and ₹7,600, with the average around ₹6,100. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹6,600 | ₹7,600 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹6,600 | ₹7,600 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,400 | ₹6,400 | ₹7,400 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,400 | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,200 | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,200 | ₹7,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,600 | ₹6,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,600 | ₹6,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,400 | ₹7,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹6,400 | ₹7,600 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹4,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹5,600 |
| 22 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹5,600 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,600 | ₹5,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,600 | ₹5,500 |
| 17 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹5,600 |
| 16 Jul | ₹5,400 | ₹4,400 | ₹5,400 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Banana - Green today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
Net-net, Chavakkad Market APMC posted this Banana - Green rate on 17 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.