In the day's wholesale-price digest for 25 Aug 2026, Palakkad Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani), clocking the day's best rate at ₹11,300 per quintal. Demand here ran firm enough to push it past every other reporting market.
01What's Behind Today's Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) Price
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,000
- Lowest Price Today₹10,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,300
- Reporting Mandis1
- Date25 Aug 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 9.1% above the period average, sitting just 9.6% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) prices at Palakkad Market APMC ranged between ₹8,500 and ₹12,500, with the average around ₹10,362. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,500 | ₹11,300 |
| 24 Aug | ₹12,500 | ₹10,500 | ₹11,600 |
| 23 Aug | ₹12,500 | ₹10,500 | ₹11,600 |
| 22 Aug | ₹12,500 | ₹10,500 | ₹11,600 |
| 21 Aug | ₹12,500 | ₹10,500 | ₹11,600 |
| 20 Aug | ₹12,500 | ₹10,500 | ₹11,600 |
| 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 |
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Palakkad Market APMC led Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) on 25 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.