Reading today's price tape for 17 Aug 2026, Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) was quoted at ₹8,050 per quintal in Bareilly APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) markets in the table that follows.
01What's Behind Today's Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,050
- Lowest Price Today₹8,050
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,050
- Reporting Mandis9
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityCowpea(Lobia/Karamani) (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) is about 0.2% below the period average, sitting just 26.1% 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
The table below lines up Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) rates across the markets that reported on 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Bareilly APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Banthara APMC | ₹10,535 |
| 3 Arasikere APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 4 Mumbai APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 5 Yalburga APMC | ₹8,306 |
| 6 Bareilly APMC | ₹8,050 |
| 7 Narayanpet APMC | ₹7,151 |
| 8 Sadulpur APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 9 Dhule APMC | ₹4,325 |
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.
A spread of ₹6,675 (154.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the This Week Trend
Over the past week, Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) prices at Bareilly APMC ranged between ₹7,500 and ₹10,900, with the average around ₹8,066. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹8,050 | ₹8,050 | ₹8,050 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,700 | ₹7,700 | ₹7,700 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,900 | ₹7,900 | ₹7,900 |
| 28 Jul | ₹10,900 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,450 |
| 18 Jul | ₹7,650 | ₹7,650 | ₹7,650 |
| 10 Jul | ₹10,900 | ₹7,550 | ₹9,411 |
| 28 Jun | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 27 Jun | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 17 Jun | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
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
The headline Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) stood at Bareilly APMC on 17 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.