Across the reporting yards on 15 Oct 2026, Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) was quoted at ₹8,653 per quintal in Gadag APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,869
- Lowest Price Today₹3,677
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,653
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Oct 2026
- CommodityCowpea(Lobia/Karamani) (Cowpea (Whole))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) about 24.6% above the period average, and just 10.8% 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 Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) rates across active mandis for 15 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹12,500 |
| 2 Banthara APMC | ₹11,400 |
| 3 Noida APMC | ₹10,731 |
| 4 Dhampur APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Kustagi APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Fatehpur APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 8 Gadag APMC | ₹8,653 |
| 9 Nawalgarh APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 10 APMC Vaijpur APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 11 Sadulpur APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Warangal APMC | ₹6,255 |
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.
A spread of ₹6,245 (99.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) prices at Gadag APMC ranged between ₹1,369 and ₹9,700, with the average around ₹6,943. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Oct | ₹8,869 | ₹3,677 | ₹8,653 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,319 | ₹3,197 | ₹4,768 |
| 12 Oct | ₹6,629 | ₹5,414 | ₹5,848 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,790 | ₹5,209 | ₹8,002 |
| 23 Sep | ₹8,821 | ₹6,519 | ₹8,323 |
| 21 Sep | ₹8,888 | ₹4,377 | ₹8,295 |
| 19 Sep | ₹8,629 | ₹5,369 | ₹8,077 |
| 17 Sep | ₹8,044 | ₹4,682 | ₹7,368 |
| 15 Sep | ₹6,521 | ₹5,656 | ₹6,233 |
| 12 Sep | ₹8,579 | ₹5,277 | ₹8,060 |
| 10 Sep | ₹8,382 | ₹3,039 | ₹7,948 |
| 09 Sep | ₹9,700 | ₹2,819 | ₹9,366 |
| 08 Sep | ₹8,360 | ₹8,360 | ₹8,360 |
| 05 Sep | ₹8,419 | ₹4,969 | ₹8,112 |
| 04 Sep | ₹8,308 | ₹8,308 | ₹8,308 |
| 03 Sep | ₹8,310 | ₹3,077 | ₹7,566 |
| 02 Sep | ₹8,558 | ₹8,229 | ₹8,448 |
| 01 Sep | ₹8,212 | ₹2,609 | ₹7,315 |
| 31 Aug | ₹8,259 | ₹5,569 | ₹6,902 |
| 29 Aug | ₹8,279 | ₹2,477 | ₹6,861 |
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 Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) 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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Gadag APMC reported Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) at this level on 15 Oct 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.