In the day's wholesale-price digest for 18 Aug 2026, Banana - Green was quoted at ₹7,000 per quintal in Harippad Market APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Harippad Market APMC on Top Today
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,500
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana - Green (Other)
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.
Right now Banana - Green is about 30.2% above the period average — just 6.7% 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 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Harippad Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Perumbavoor Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 5 Tindivanam APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 6 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 7 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 8 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 9 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 10 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Banana - Green.
A spread of ₹3,000 (66.7%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Banana - Green prices at Harippad Market APMC ranged between ₹450 and ₹7,500, with the average around ₹5,378. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹450 | ₹4,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
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 is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Harippad Market APMC logged this Banana - Green rate on 18 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.