From today's trading desk on 18 Aug 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹5,400 per quintal in PMY Kather Solan APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Banana Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,100
- Lowest Price Today₹3,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Banana is about 8.9% below the period average — just 27.0% 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 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 8 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Taliparamba Market APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 11 Sasthamkotta VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 12 Inchakkad VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
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.
That ₹2,000 (25.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Banana fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at PMY Kather Solan APMC ranged between ₹3,600 and ₹7,400, with the average around ₹5,925. 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 | ₹6,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹5,400 |
| 18 Aug | ₹6,100 | ₹3,600 | ₹5,400 |
| 17 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹3,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹3,600 | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹5,400 | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹5,400 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹5,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹5,400 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹5,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹5,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹5,400 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹5,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,100 | ₹3,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹6,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹6,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹5,600 |
| 25 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹5,400 | ₹6,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹3,600 | ₹6,000 |
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Banana changed hands at this rate in PMY Kather Solan APMC on 18 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.