Looking at how the yards traded on 31 Aug 2026, 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. Among all active markets, this one paid the most for Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) Rate
Leadership on price is usually earned through consistent demand across the session, not a stray high quote.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,000
- Lowest Price Today₹10,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,100
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityCowpea(Lobia/Karamani) (Cowpea (Whole))
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) is about 6.9% above the period average — just 11.2% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) rates across the markets that reported on 31 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 Arasikere APMC | ₹7,745 |
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).
A spread of ₹3,355 (43.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) prices at Palakkad Market APMC ranged between ₹8,500 and ₹12,500, with the average around ₹10,387. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,100 |
| 29 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,100 |
| 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 |
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
When picking where to sell Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani), balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In short, Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) found its strongest bid at Palakkad Market APMC on 31 Aug 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.