In the latest market update for 20 Aug 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹6,200 per quintal in Pananchery VFPCK Market APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Banana markets in the table that follows.
01What Put Pananchery VFPCK Market APMC on Top Today
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana (Nendra Bale)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Banana is about 77.6% above the period average, sitting just 20.5% 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
The table below lines up Banana rates across the markets that reported on 20 Aug 2026, so you can see where Pananchery VFPCK 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 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Mallappally VFPCK Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Ranni VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Channapatna APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
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.
That ₹1,500 (17.6%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Banana fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at Pananchery VFPCK Market APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹7,800, with the average around ₹3,491. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹6,200 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 16 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,400 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹5,200 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹2,300 | ₹4,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹5,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,800 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,600 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹4,100 | ₹5,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹4,100 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,600 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 22 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,600 |
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
Before carting Banana to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Banana rate at Pananchery VFPCK Market APMC on 20 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.