Based on what the markets reported on 20 Aug 2026, Pampady Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Banana - Green, clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,500 per quintal. No rival market matched it today, underlining the strength of buying here.
01What Put Pampady Market APMC on Top Today
Topping the board usually reflects steady trade through the day rather than a single outlier deal.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana - Green (Banana - Green)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Banana - Green rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Banana - Green is about 31.2% above the period average, sitting just 5.6% 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
The table below lines up Banana - Green rates across the markets that reported on 20 Aug 2026, so you can see where Pampady Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pampady Market APMC Leader | ₹8,500 |
| 2 Piravam Market APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 3 Vadaseri APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 4 Harippad Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Kallachi Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 6 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Vaniyamkulam VFPCK Market APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 8 Payyannur Market APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 9 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Tirukattupalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Pala Market APMC | ₹4,600 |
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 ₹3,900 (84.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Banana - Green prices at Pampady Market APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹6,479. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 23 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Pampady Market APMC led Banana - Green on 20 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.