As the 11 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Palakkad Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani), clocking the day's best rate at ₹11,100 per quintal. Buyers paid up here, lifting it above all the other markets on the board today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) Rate
Sustained buying interest, more than any single deal, is what pushes a market to the front.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,000
- Lowest Price Today₹10,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,100
- Reporting Mandis5
- Date11 Aug 2026
- CommodityCowpea(Lobia/Karamani) (Cowpea (Whole))
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) about 9.6% above the period average, and just 7.5% 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
The table below lines up Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) rates across the markets that reported on 11 Aug 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 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹11,100 |
| 2 Kustagi APMC | ₹8,591 |
| 3 Mumbai APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 4 Sadulpur APMC | ₹5,450 |
| 5 Nawalgarh APMC | ₹5,020 |
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).
At ₹6,080 (121.1%), 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 ₹10,128. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,100 |
| 10 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,100 |
| 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 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
The takeaway: Palakkad Market APMC was the market to beat for Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) on 11 Aug 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.