With the 12 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Banana was quoted at ₹6,300 per quintal in Kunnukara VFPCK Market APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What's Behind Today's Banana Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,400
- Lowest Price Today₹6,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana (Nendra Bale)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Banana rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 25.8% above the period average and just 6.0% 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 12 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Vellore APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 6 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 8 Vadalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,900 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Banana.
The ₹1,600 (20.3%) 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 Kunnukara VFPCK Market APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹6,700, with the average around ₹5,007. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,300 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,700 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,600 |
| 09 Aug | ₹6,100 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹6,100 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,900 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,800 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,700 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,900 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,800 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,900 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,800 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,400 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 25 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 19 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 17 Jul | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 11 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 07 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
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
Selling Banana well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Kunnukara VFPCK Market APMC posted this Banana rate on 12 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.