Checking the day's mandi numbers for 16 Aug 2026, Channapetta VFPCK Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Banana - Green, clocking the day's best rate at ₹7,200 per quintal. With buying concentrated here, this yard topped the day's Banana - Green board.
01What's Behind Today's Banana - Green Price
Topping the board usually reflects steady trade through the day rather than a single outlier deal.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,700
- Lowest Price Today₹6,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana - Green (Banana - Green)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Banana - Green is about 1.5% below the period average, sitting just 13.3% 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 16 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Channapetta VFPCK Market APMC Leader | ₹7,200 |
| 2 Chathannoore VFPCK Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Piravam Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 5 Perumbavoor Market APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 6 Parathode VFPCK Market APMC | ₹6,100 |
| 7 Kodungalloor Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 8 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Puthupariyaram VFPCK Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Vadaseri APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹1,700 (30.9%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Banana - Green prices at Channapetta VFPCK Market APMC ranged between ₹6,500 and ₹8,300, with the average around ₹7,311. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹7,700 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,400 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,900 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,900 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,900 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,900 |
| 02 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 29 Jul | ₹8,100 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,800 |
| 28 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,700 |
| 26 Jul | ₹8,100 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹7,900 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,700 |
| 22 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,500 |
| 18 Jul | ₹8,200 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 16 Jul | ₹8,100 | ₹6,700 | ₹7,800 |
| 12 Jul | ₹8,200 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,400 |
| 09 Jul | ₹8,200 | ₹6,600 | ₹7,700 |
| 07 Jul | ₹8,300 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,500 |
| 05 Jul | ₹8,200 | ₹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
For Banana - Green, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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, Channapetta VFPCK Market APMC led Banana - Green on 16 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.