Here's the 18 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Mumbai APMC stood at the front of the pack for Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani), clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,400 per quintal. It comfortably led the field, which is why traders are likely keeping an eye on it.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) Rate
A market that leads tends to do so because buyers competed for the day's better stock.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,400
- Lowest Price Today₹7,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,400
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityCowpea(Lobia/Karamani) (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) is about 2.0% below the period average, sitting just 24.3% 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
This table ranks Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹8,400 |
| 2 Sadulpur APMC | ₹5,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
The ₹3,400 (68.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) prices at Mumbai APMC ranged between ₹6,200 and ₹11,100, with the average around ₹8,574. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹9,400 | ₹7,300 | ₹8,400 |
| 17 Aug | ₹9,400 | ₹7,300 | ₹8,400 |
| 14 Aug | ₹9,400 | ₹7,300 | ₹8,400 |
| 13 Aug | ₹9,400 | ₹7,300 | ₹8,400 |
| 12 Aug | ₹9,400 | ₹7,300 | ₹8,400 |
| 11 Aug | ₹9,400 | ₹7,300 | ₹8,400 |
| 10 Aug | ₹9,400 | ₹7,300 | ₹8,400 |
| 08 Aug | ₹9,400 | ₹7,300 | ₹8,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,400 | ₹7,300 | ₹8,400 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,400 | ₹7,300 | ₹8,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,400 | ₹7,300 | ₹8,400 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹6,200 | ₹7,300 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹6,200 | ₹7,300 |
| 01 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹6,200 | ₹7,300 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,800 | ₹6,200 | ₹7,300 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,800 | ₹6,200 | ₹7,300 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,800 | ₹6,200 | ₹7,300 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,800 | ₹6,200 | ₹7,300 |
| 24 Jul | ₹7,800 | ₹6,200 | ₹7,300 |
| 23 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹6,200 | ₹7,050 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Mumbai APMC led Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) on 18 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.