Across the reporting yards on 16 Aug 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹6,300 per quintal in Kodikulam VFPCK Market APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Kodikulam VFPCK Market APMC on Top Today
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,500
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana (Nendra Bale)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 42.7% above the period average and just 3.1% 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 rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 NGO Colony(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Vellore APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
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.
That ₹1,500 (17.6%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Banana fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Banana prices at Kodikulam VFPCK Market APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹6,500, with the average around ₹4,414. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,300 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,700 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,300 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,300 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,700 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 02 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,400 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 25 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 21 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 14 Jul | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 08 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 05 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,300 |
| 27 Jun | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 26 Jun | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 21 Jun | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,700 |
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 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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Kodikulam VFPCK Market APMC posted this Banana rate on 16 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.