As fresh arrivals settled on 19 Sep 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. The gap to the next-best yard was wide enough to make this the day's clear Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) leader.
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 Mandis4
- Date19 Sep 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.
Today's rate is about 5.3% above the period average and just 11.2% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) rates across the markets that reported on 19 Sep 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 | ₹8,828 |
| 3 Surajgarh APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 4 Sadulpur APMC | ₹6,500 |
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.
That ₹4,600 (70.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
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 ₹10,537. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,100 |
| 18 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,100 |
| 17 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,100 |
| 16 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,100 |
| 15 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,100 |
| 14 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,100 |
| 12 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,100 |
| 11 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,100 |
| 10 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,100 |
| 09 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,100 |
| 08 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,100 |
| 07 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,100 |
| 05 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,100 |
| 03 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,100 |
| 02 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,100 |
| 01 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,100 |
| 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 |
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
Going to the top Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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
Bottom line: on 19 Sep 2026, Palakkad Market APMC set the pace for Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani). Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.