Across the reporting yards on 17 Aug 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹6,500 per quintal in Kayamkulam Market APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Banana Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,600
- Lowest Price Today₹6,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana (Palayamthodan)
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.
Today's rate is about 96.2% above the period average and just 1.5% 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 rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 7 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 11 Mezhuveli VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 12 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
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.
At ₹2,000 (25.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Banana matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at Kayamkulam Market APMC ranged between ₹2,100 and ₹6,600, with the average around ₹3,313. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,400 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 09 Aug | ₹5,900 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,800 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,100 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 02 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,900 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,800 |
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
Farmers comparing Banana rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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
Bottom line: on 17 Aug 2026, Banana traded at this rate in Kayamkulam Market APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.