With the 18 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Banana - Green was quoted at ₹7,200 per quintal in Kollam Market APMC. This is one of several Banana - Green rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What Put Kollam Market APMC on Top Today
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
- Date18 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.
Today's rate is about 4.1% above the period average and just 4.0% short of 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
The table below lines up Banana - Green rates across the markets that reported on 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kollam Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kanjirappally Market APMC Leader | ₹7,800 |
| 2 Vadaseri APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 3 Chavakkad Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 4 Pandanadu VFPCK Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 5 Channapetta VFPCK Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 Cheriyanadu VFPCK Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 7 Manjeswaram Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 8 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Balarampuram Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Kollam Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 12 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Banana - Green.
The ₹600 (8.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
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
Before carting Banana - Green to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Kollam Market APMC posted this Banana - Green rate on 18 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.