As the 18 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Banana - Green was quoted at ₹1,742 per quintal in Bonai APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Banana - Green markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Banana - Green Rate
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,845
- Lowest Price Today₹1,610
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,742
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana - Green (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 20.7% above the period average and just 30.1% 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
Here's how Banana - Green rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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
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 ₹600 (8.3%) 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 Bonai APMC ranged between ₹780 and ₹2,492, with the average around ₹1,443. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹1,850 | ₹1,610 | ₹1,740 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,845 | ₹1,610 | ₹1,742 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,880 | ₹1,625 | ₹1,742 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,910 | ₹1,745 | ₹1,825 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,910 | ₹1,720 | ₹1,815 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,975 | ₹1,750 | ₹1,840 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,150 | ₹1,680 | ₹1,960 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,150 | ₹1,780 | ₹1,980 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,890 | ₹1,550 | ₹1,770 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,150 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,010 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,910 | ₹1,740 | ₹1,850 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,492 | ₹2,290 | ₹2,375 |
| 22 Jul | ₹1,050 | ₹780 | ₹880 |
| 13 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹830 | ₹940 |
| 10 Jul | ₹1,020 | ₹820 | ₹945 |
| 09 Jul | ₹1,035 | ₹850 | ₹945 |
| 08 Jul | ₹1,065 | ₹835 | ₹945 |
| 06 Jul | ₹1,100 | ₹900 | ₹1,000 |
| 03 Jul | ₹1,155 | ₹900 | ₹1,025 |
| 01 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,020 | ₹1,150 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Banana - Green today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
Net-net, Bonai 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.