As fresh arrivals settled on 18 Aug 2026, Palakkad Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani), clocking the day's best rate at ₹11,000 per quintal. Among all active markets, this one paid the most for Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) today.
01What Put Palakkad Market APMC on Top Today
A yard rarely tops the list by chance — it usually reflects genuine, repeated demand through the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,000
- Lowest Price Today₹9,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,000
- Reporting Mandis8
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityCowpea(Lobia/Karamani) (Cowpea (Whole))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) about 7.6% above the period average, and just 12.0% 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 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Bagalkot APMC | ₹8,505 |
| 3 Mumbai APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 4 Gadag APMC | ₹8,354 |
| 5 Arasikere APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Warangal APMC | ₹6,450 |
| 7 Indore APMC | ₹6,405 |
| 8 Sadulpur APMC | ₹5,000 |
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.
The ₹6,000 (120.0%) 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 Palakkad Market APMC ranged between ₹8,500 and ₹12,500, with the average around ₹10,225. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹12,500 | ₹10,500 | ₹11,600 |
| 18 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹9,800 | ₹11,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹9,800 | ₹11,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹9,800 | ₹11,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,100 |
| 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 |
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
Before carting Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Palakkad Market APMC was the market to beat for Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) on 18 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.