In the day's wholesale-price digest for 18 Aug 2026, Banana - Green was quoted at ₹1,950 per quintal in Rampurmaniharan APMC. This is one of several Banana - Green rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Banana - Green Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,000
- Lowest Price Today₹1,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,950
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana - Green (Banana - Green)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Banana - Green is about 3.7% above the period average, sitting just 15.2% 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 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Rampurmaniharan APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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.
The ₹600 (8.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the This Week Trend
Over the past week, Banana - Green prices at Rampurmaniharan APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹2,300, with the average around ₹1,881. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,950 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,700 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,700 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 20 Jul | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 22 Jun | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
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
Before carting Banana - Green to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Banana - Green stood at Rampurmaniharan APMC on 18 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.