In the latest market update for 04 Aug 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹8,400 per quintal in Kottayam Market APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Banana Rate
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
- Date04 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana (Nendra Bale)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Banana rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Banana is about 44.8% above the period average — just 2.3% 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
The table below lines up Banana rates across the markets that reported on 04 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kottayam Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Vellore APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 10 Taliparamba Market APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 11 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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.
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.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at Kottayam Market APMC ranged between ₹2,600 and ₹8,600, with the average around ₹5,800. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 08 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 07 Jul | ₹7,800 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,600 |
| 06 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 04 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 03 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Banana today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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 Kottayam Market APMC on 04 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.