Checking the day's mandi numbers for 18 Aug 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹3,800 per quintal in Kopaganj APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Banana Price
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,888
- Lowest Price Today₹3,799
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana (Medium)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Banana rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Banana is about 2.6% above the period average, sitting just 13.6% 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 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kopaganj 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 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 8 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Vazhapadi(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.
At ₹2,000 (25.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Banana matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Banana prices at Kopaganj APMC ranged between ₹379 and ₹4,400, with the average around ₹3,704. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹3,888 | ₹3,799 | ₹3,800 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,830 | ₹3,799 | ₹3,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,810 | ₹3,799 | ₹3,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,810 | ₹3,799 | ₹3,800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,810 | ₹3,799 | ₹3,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,780 | ₹3,799 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,810 | ₹3,799 | ₹3,800 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,900 | ₹3,796 | ₹3,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,810 | ₹3,790 | ₹3,800 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,890 | ₹3,799 | ₹3,800 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,850 | ₹379 | ₹3,800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,795 | ₹3,798 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,785 | ₹3,790 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,788 | ₹3,799 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,795 | ₹3,780 | ₹3,790 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,900 | ₹3,779 | ₹3,800 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,779 | ₹3,789 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,950 | ₹3,780 | ₹3,790 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,750 | ₹3,780 |
| 25 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,750 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Banana rate at Kopaganj APMC on 18 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.