As fresh arrivals settled on 20 Aug 2026, Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) was quoted at ₹4,400 per quintal in APMC CHOPADA APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,400
- Lowest Price Today₹4,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityCowpea(Lobia/Karamani) (Other)
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.
This puts Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) about 11.8% below the period average, and just 31.3% 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 20 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹11,600 |
| 2 Mumbai APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 3 Arasikere APMC | ₹8,330 |
| 4 Kustagi APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 5 K.R. Pet APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 6 Gadag APMC | ₹7,533 |
| 7 Pilibhit APMC | ₹7,350 |
| 8 Narayanpet APMC | ₹6,829 |
| 9 Sadulpur APMC | ₹5,400 |
| 10 Malegaon APMC | ₹4,840 |
| 11 APMC CHOPADA APMC | ₹4,400 |
| 12 Ahilyanagar APMC | ₹4,250 |
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.
The ₹7,350 (172.9%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) prices at APMC CHOPADA APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹6,401, with the average around ₹4,988. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,400 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,212 | ₹2,500 | ₹5,212 |
| 17 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 16 Jul | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 |
| 15 Jul | ₹5,300 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,300 |
| 09 Jul | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 |
| 02 Jul | ₹6,401 | ₹5,391 | ₹5,391 |
| 29 Jun | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 |
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
When picking where to sell Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani), balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) was priced at this level in APMC CHOPADA APMC on 20 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.