In the mandi rate roundup for 23 Aug 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹8,500 per quintal in Pandalam VFPCK Market APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Banana markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Banana Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,500
- Reporting Mandis8
- Date23 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.
This puts Banana about 3.9% above the period average, and just 5.6% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Banana rates stacked up across reporting markets on 23 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pandalam VFPCK Market APMC Leader | ₹8,500 |
| 2 Kodumon VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Maloor VFPCK Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 4 Moothedam VFPCK Market APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 5 SMY Bhuntar APMC | ₹3,700 |
| 6 Perumbavoor Market APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 7 Faridkot APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 8 Gurgaon APMC | ₹2,000 |
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.
The ₹6,500 (325.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Banana prices at Pandalam VFPCK Market APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹8,180. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,400 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 01 Aug | ₹8,700 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,600 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 19 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 13 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,800 |
| 10 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 07 Jul | ₹8,600 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 03 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,800 |
| 02 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,300 | ₹8,500 |
| 01 Jul | ₹8,800 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,400 |
| 30 Jun | ₹8,800 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 28 Jun | ₹8,400 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 27 Jun | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 26 Jun | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Banana was priced at this level in Pandalam VFPCK Market APMC on 23 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.