In the day's wholesale-price digest for 17 Oct 2026, Palakkad Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani), clocking the day's best rate at ₹11,800 per quintal. No other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) Rate
When a yard sits on top, it often means quality lots and active bidders showed up together.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,500
- Lowest Price Today₹11,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,800
- Reporting Mandis5
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityCowpea(Lobia/Karamani) (Cowpea (Whole))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) is about 9.9% above the period average, sitting just 15.7% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹11,800 |
| 2 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 3 Fatehpur APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Kustagi APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Sadulpur APMC | ₹7,500 |
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 ₹4,300 (57.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
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 ₹10,740. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹12,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,800 |
| 16 Oct | ₹12,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,800 |
| 15 Oct | ₹13,000 | ₹11,800 | ₹12,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹13,000 | ₹11,800 | ₹12,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹13,000 | ₹11,800 | ₹12,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹12,500 | ₹10,800 | ₹11,700 |
| 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 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani), though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Palakkad Market APMC led Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) on 17 Oct 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.