As the 17 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) was quoted at ₹8,600 per quintal in Arasikere APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,600
- Lowest Price Today₹8,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,600
- Reporting Mandis9
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityCowpea(Lobia/Karamani) (Cowpea (Whole))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its This Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 6.9% above the period average and just 1.1% 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
Here's how Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Banthara APMC | ₹10,535 |
| 3 Arasikere APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 4 Mumbai APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 5 Yalburga APMC | ₹8,306 |
| 6 Bareilly APMC | ₹8,050 |
| 7 Narayanpet APMC | ₹7,151 |
| 8 Sadulpur APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 9 Dhule APMC | ₹4,325 |
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 ₹6,675 (154.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the This Week Trend
Over the past week, Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) prices at Arasikere APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹8,700, with the average around ₹8,043. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹8,600 | ₹8,600 |
| 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
If you're chasing the best rate for Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) 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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Aug 2026, Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) traded at this rate in Arasikere 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.