Based on what the markets reported on 17 Aug 2026, Ezhamkulam VFPCK Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Banana, clocking the day's best rate at ₹7,500 per quintal. It edged out every other market that reported Banana today, setting the tone for the session.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Banana Rate
A market that leads tends to do so because buyers competed for the day's better stock.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,500
- Reporting Mandis7
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana (Nendra Bale)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Banana is about 7.4% below the period average — just 16.7% 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 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Ezhamkulam VFPCK Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pandalam VFPCK Market APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Ezhamkulam VFPCK Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Annamanada VFPCK Market APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 4 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 5 Kopaganj APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 6 Kosli APMC | ₹2,000 |
| 7 Vikasnagar APMC | ₹700 |
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.
The ₹6,800 (971.4%) 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 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Banana prices at Ezhamkulam VFPCK Market APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹8,100. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,300 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 19 Jul | ₹8,300 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 16 Jul | ₹8,800 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 13 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Jul | ₹8,880 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 03 Jul | ₹8,900 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,400 |
| 02 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 30 Jun | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 28 Jun | ₹8,800 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,500 |
| 27 Jun | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 26 Jun | ₹8,200 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,900 |
| 24 Jun | ₹8,300 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
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
The day's best Banana rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In short, Banana found its strongest bid at Ezhamkulam VFPCK Market APMC on 17 Aug 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.