Across the reporting yards on 25 Sep 2026, Palakkad Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani), clocking the day's best rate at ₹13,100 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
Strong rates like these tend to hold up when the trade behind them is broad, not just a one-off bid.
- Highest Recorded Price₹14,000
- Lowest Price Today₹12,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹13,100
- Reporting Mandis4
- Date25 Sep 2026
- CommodityCowpea(Lobia/Karamani) (Cowpea (Whole))
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) about 23.2% above the period average, and just 6.4% 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
Here's how Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 25 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹13,100 |
| 2 Nawalgarh APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 3 Hiriyur APMC | ₹7,324 |
| 4 Sadulpur APMC | ₹6,200 |
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 ₹6,900 (111.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) prices at Palakkad Market APMC ranged between ₹8,500 and ₹14,000, with the average around ₹10,635. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,100 |
| 24 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹12,300 |
| 23 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹12,300 |
| 22 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹12,300 |
| 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 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Palakkad Market APMC was the market to beat for Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) on 25 Sep 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.