In the mandi rate roundup for 18 Aug 2026, Kanjirappally Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Banana - Green, clocking the day's best rate at ₹7,800 per quintal. That figure outpaced every other yard reporting Banana - Green, making it the day's standout.
01What Put Kanjirappally Market APMC on Top Today
Sustained buying interest, more than any single deal, is what pushes a market to the front.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 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.
This puts Banana - Green about 23.0% above the period average, and just 2.5% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Banana - Green rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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.
That ₹600 (8.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Banana - Green fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Banana - Green prices at Kanjirappally Market APMC ranged between ₹5,500 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹6,342. 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 | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 18 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 17 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 26 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 10 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 09 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 07 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 04 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 03 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 01 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 29 Jun | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 25 Jun | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 24 Jun | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Kanjirappally Market APMC was the market to beat for Banana - Green on 18 Aug 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.