Based on what the markets reported on 12 Aug 2026, Vallikunnam VFPCK Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Banana - Green, clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,000 per quintal. It edged out every other market that reported Banana - Green today, setting the tone for the session.
01What Put Vallikunnam VFPCK Market APMC on Top Today
When a yard sits on top, it often means quality lots and active bidders showed up together.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana - Green (Banana - Green)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Banana - Green rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Banana - Green is about 10.5% above the period average, sitting just 11.1% 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 12 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vallikunnam VFPCK Market APMC Leader | ₹8,000 |
| 2 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 3 Pandanadu VFPCK Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 4 Piravam Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 5 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Channapetta VFPCK Market APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 7 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 8 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 9 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Pullur Periya VFPCK Market APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 12 Vadaseri APMC | ₹6,250 |
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.
A spread of ₹1,750 (28.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05This Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the past week, Banana - Green prices at Vallikunnam VFPCK Market APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹7,243. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,900 | ₹6,900 | ₹6,900 |
| 18 Jul | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 |
| 13 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 30 Jun | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Banana - Green yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Vallikunnam VFPCK Market APMC led Banana - Green on 12 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.