Going by the latest APMC figures for 03 Aug 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹5,100 per quintal in Kottakkal Market APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What Put Kottakkal Market APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,200
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date03 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana (Nendra Bale)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Banana about 21.4% above the period average, and just 1.9% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Banana rates across active mandis for 03 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 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 8 Taliparamba Market APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 9 Vadalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Kuthuparambu Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
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 ₹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.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Banana prices at Kottakkal Market APMC ranged between ₹3,600 and ₹5,200, with the average around ₹4,200. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 25 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 23 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 22 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 18 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 17 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 13 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 11 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 03 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 25 Jun | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 22 Jun | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 18 Jun | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 17 Jun | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
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
For Banana, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Kottakkal Market APMC reported Banana at this level on 03 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.