As the 18 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Banana was quoted at ₹8,400 per quintal in Kottayam Market APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Banana Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,600
- Lowest Price Today₹8,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana (Poovan)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 49.5% above the period average and just 2.3% 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
This table ranks Banana rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 8 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 11 Inchakkad VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Banana.
The ₹2,000 (25.0%) 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 prices at Kottayam Market APMC ranged between ₹2,600 and ₹8,600, with the average around ₹5,617. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,400 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,600 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,400 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,800 |
| 29 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,800 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 23 Jul | ₹7,600 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,400 |
| 22 Jul | ₹7,800 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,600 |
| 21 Jul | ₹4,600 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 17 Jul | ₹7,700 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,400 |
| 16 Jul | ₹4,600 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 15 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 10 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 09 Jul | ₹7,800 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,600 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Banana yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Kottayam Market APMC posted this Banana rate on 18 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.