Here's the 21 Jul 2026 mandi snapshot — Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) was quoted at ₹10,300 per quintal in Palakkad Market APMC. See where this sits in the day's Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) Rate
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹11,000
- Lowest Price Today₹9,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹10,300
- Reporting Mandis8
- Date21 Jul 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.
At this level, Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) is about 2.1% above the period average, sitting just 14.2% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) rates across the markets that reported on 21 Jul 2026, so you can see where Palakkad Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Banthara APMC Leader | ₹10,535 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹10,300 |
| 3 Lucknow APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 4 Mumbai APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Gadag APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Arasikere APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 APMC CHOPADA APMC | ₹5,212 |
| 8 Suryapeta APMC | ₹4,032 |
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.
At ₹6,503 (161.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) prices at Palakkad Market APMC ranged between ₹8,500 and ₹12,000, with the average around ₹10,084. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,100 |
| 07 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,100 |
| 06 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,100 |
| 05 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,100 |
| 04 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,100 |
| 03 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,500 | ₹11,300 |
| 01 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,500 | ₹11,300 |
| 31 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹10,500 | ₹11,300 |
| 30 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,100 |
| 29 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,100 |
| 28 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,100 |
| 27 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,100 |
| 25 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,100 |
| 24 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,100 |
| 23 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹10,300 |
| 22 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹10,300 |
| 21 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹10,300 |
| 20 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹9,800 | ₹10,500 |
| 18 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹9,800 | ₹10,500 |
| 17 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹9,800 | ₹10,500 |
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
Selling Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) stood at Palakkad Market APMC on 21 Jul 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.