Looking at how the yards traded on 18 Aug 2026, Vadaseri APMC stood at the front of the pack for Banana - Green, clocking the day's best rate at ₹7,750 per quintal. That put it ahead of the rest of the markets we track, drawing the eye of farmers and buyers alike.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Banana - Green Rate
A market leading on price generally points to good-quality arrivals meeting keen buying interest.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana - Green (Banana - Green)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Banana - Green is about 44.8% above the period average — just 3.1% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
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 Vadaseri APMC Leader | ₹7,750 |
| 2 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 4 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Harippad Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Chennithala VFPCK Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 8 Quilandy Market APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 9 Doddaballapur APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Edathwa VFPCK Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Perumbavoor Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
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.
The ₹1,250 (19.2%) 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 Vadaseri APMC ranged between ₹4,500 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹5,353. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 17 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 16 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 15 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 09 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 08 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 02 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
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
Going to the top Banana - Green market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In short, Banana - Green found its strongest bid at Vadaseri APMC on 18 Aug 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.