In the price report dated 19 Aug 2026, Banana was quoted at ₹650 per quintal in Kicchha APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Banana Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹700
- Lowest Price Today₹600
- Average (Modal) Price₹650
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityBanana (Banana - Ripe)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Banana rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 18.8% below the period average and just 56.7% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
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 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Pandalam Thekkekkara VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 8 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 9 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 10 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹1,500 (17.6%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Banana prices at Kicchha APMC ranged between ₹450 and ₹1,500, with the average around ₹800. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09 Nov | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 07 Nov | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 06 Nov | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 05 Nov | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 04 Nov | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 02 Nov | ₹1,400 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 31 Oct | ₹1,400 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 30 Oct | ₹1,400 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 28 Oct | ₹1,400 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 24 Oct | ₹1,400 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 23 Oct | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 22 Oct | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 21 Oct | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 19 Oct | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 17 Oct | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 16 Oct | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 15 Oct | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 14 Oct | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 12 Oct | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 25 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹900 |
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 19 Aug 2026, Banana traded at this rate in Kicchha APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.