With the 14 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) was quoted at ₹8,000 per quintal in Arasikere APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What's Behind Today's Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis4
- Date14 Aug 2026
- CommodityCowpea(Lobia/Karamani) (Cowpea (Whole))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its This Week Band
Here's where today's Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) about 0.6% above the period average, and just 8.0% 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
Here's how Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 14 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Mumbai APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 3 Arasikere APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Suryapeta APMC | ₹5,292 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani).
The ₹5,708 (107.9%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05This Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the past week, Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) prices at Arasikere APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹8,700, with the average around ₹7,950. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,700 | ₹8,700 | ₹8,700 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
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
Before carting Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) 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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) was priced at this level in Arasikere APMC on 14 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.