In the day's wholesale-price digest for 19 Aug 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹3,200 per quintal in Kottayam Market APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Banana markets.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Banana Rate
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,400
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana (Palayamthodan)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Banana is about 41.9% below the period average, sitting just 62.8% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
That ₹1,750 (22.6%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Banana fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
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 ₹5,511. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 18 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,600 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 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 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Banana rate at Kottayam Market APMC on 19 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.