Reading today's price tape for 19 Aug 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹5,400 per quintal in Annamanada VFPCK Market APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Banana Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 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.
Right now Banana is about 25.6% above the period average — just 16.9% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Banana rates across active mandis for 19 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 5 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Vadalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 11 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 12 Attayampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
At ₹1,750 (22.6%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Banana matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at Annamanada VFPCK Market APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹6,500, with the average around ₹4,300. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 17 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹5,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,900 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,400 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,600 |
| 18 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹2,700 | ₹3,300 |
| 16 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹2,700 | ₹3,100 |
| 14 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Jul | ₹4,900 | ₹3,700 | ₹4,200 |
| 09 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,200 |
| 07 Jul | ₹4,900 | ₹3,700 | ₹4,200 |
| 05 Jul | ₹4,900 | ₹3,700 | ₹4,400 |
| 04 Jul | ₹4,900 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,100 |
| 02 Jul | ₹4,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,100 |
| 30 Jun | ₹4,500 | ₹3,700 | ₹4,100 |
| 27 Jun | ₹4,500 | ₹3,700 | ₹4,108 |
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, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
In short, Banana changed hands at this rate in Annamanada VFPCK Market APMC on 19 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.