In the price report dated 31 Aug 2026, Banthara APMC stood at the front of the pack for Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani), clocking the day's best rate at ₹11,883 per quintal. That put it ahead of the rest of the markets we track, drawing the eye of farmers and buyers alike.
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₹13,097
- Lowest Price Today₹11,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,883
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityCowpea(Lobia/Karamani) (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) about 17.3% above the period average, and just 11.6% 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 31 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Banthara APMC Leader | ₹11,883 |
| 2 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹11,400 |
| 3 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹11,100 |
| 4 DADRI APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 5 Varanasi APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 6 Mumbai APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 7 Arasikere APMC | ₹7,745 |
| 8 Ramdurga APMC | ₹7,269 |
| 9 Narayanpet APMC | ₹7,051 |
| 10 Noida APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Gadag APMC | ₹6,902 |
| 12 Suryapeta APMC | ₹2,226 |
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 ₹9,657 (433.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) prices at Banthara APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹13,436, with the average around ₹10,128. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹13,097 | ₹11,400 | ₹11,883 |
| 26 Aug | ₹9,468 | ₹9,468 | ₹9,468 |
| 24 Aug | ₹10,643 | ₹10,643 | ₹10,643 |
| 17 Aug | ₹10,535 | ₹10,535 | ₹10,535 |
| 11 Aug | ₹11,400 | ₹11,400 | ₹11,400 |
| 06 Aug | ₹8,800 | ₹8,800 | ₹8,800 |
| 31 Jul | ₹13,436 | ₹8,733 | ₹11,700 |
| 23 Jul | ₹10,800 | ₹10,800 | ₹10,800 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,862 |
| 21 Jul | ₹10,535 | ₹10,535 | ₹10,535 |
| 15 Jul | ₹10,800 | ₹10,800 | ₹10,800 |
| 13 Jul | ₹10,800 | ₹10,800 | ₹10,800 |
| 07 Jul | ₹8,800 | ₹8,800 | ₹8,800 |
| 02 Jul | ₹10,535 | ₹10,535 | ₹10,535 |
| 30 Jun | ₹8,685 | ₹8,685 | ₹8,685 |
| 29 Jun | ₹10,800 | ₹10,800 | ₹10,800 |
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
When picking where to sell Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani), balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
The takeaway: Banthara APMC was the market to beat for Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) on 31 Aug 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.