In the mandi rate roundup for 10 Sep 2026, Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) was quoted at ₹8,500 per quintal in Kustagi APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,500
- Lowest Price Today₹8,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,500
- Reporting Mandis3
- Date10 Sep 2026
- CommodityCowpea(Lobia/Karamani) (Cowpea (Whole))
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.
Today's rate is about 12.1% above the period average and just 5.6% 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
The table below lines up Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) rates across the markets that reported on 10 Sep 2026, so you can see where Kustagi APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹11,100 |
| 2 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 3 Kustagi APMC | ₹8,500 |
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 ₹2,600 (30.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) prices at Kustagi APMC ranged between ₹5,100 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹7,585. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹8,525 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,242 |
| 07 Sep | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 |
| 05 Sep | ₹8,100 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,100 |
| 03 Sep | ₹8,350 | ₹8,350 | ₹8,350 |
| 30 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,293 |
| 29 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,200 |
| 23 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹8,300 | ₹8,300 | ₹8,300 |
| 19 Aug | ₹8,300 | ₹8,300 | ₹8,300 |
| 13 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,425 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,800 | ₹8,600 | ₹8,697 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,750 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,591 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,531 |
| 09 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹6,000 | ₹8,244 |
| 06 Aug | ₹8,700 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,913 |
| 01 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,816 |
| 29 Jul | ₹8,800 | ₹8,800 | ₹8,800 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 |
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 headline Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
Net-net, Kustagi APMC posted this Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) rate on 10 Sep 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.