Pulling together the 21 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Banana - Green was quoted at ₹1,350 per quintal in Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,500
- Lowest Price Today₹1,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,350
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana - Green (Banana - Green)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Banana - Green is about 1.4% above the period average, sitting just 10.0% 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
Here's how Banana - Green rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pandanadu VFPCK Market APMC Leader | ₹9,000 |
| 2 Chennithala VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Cheriyanadu VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 4 Chalakudy Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 5 Chelakkara Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 6 Vadaseri APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 7 Manjeswaram Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 8 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Harippad Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Doddaballapur APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 12 Edathwa VFPCK Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
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 ₹2,000 (28.6%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Banana - Green prices at Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹1,500, with the average around ₹1,331. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,350 |
| 20 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 19 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,350 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,350 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 16 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,350 |
| 15 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,350 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,350 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,350 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,350 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 09 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,350 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,350 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,350 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,350 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,350 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 02 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,350 |
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
Selling Banana - Green well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Banana - Green rate at Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 21 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.