As the 15 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) was quoted at ₹11,400 per quintal in Banthara APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What Put Banthara APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹11,400
- Lowest Price Today₹11,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Oct 2026
- CommodityCowpea(Lobia/Karamani) (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) about 13.6% above the period average, and just 15.2% 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 15 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹12,500 |
| 2 Banthara APMC | ₹11,400 |
| 3 Noida APMC | ₹10,731 |
| 4 Dhampur APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Kustagi APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Fatehpur APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 8 Gadag APMC | ₹8,653 |
| 9 Nawalgarh APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 10 APMC Vaijpur APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 11 Sadulpur APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Warangal APMC | ₹6,255 |
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 ₹6,245 (99.8%) 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 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) prices at Banthara APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹13,436, with the average around ₹10,034. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Oct | ₹11,400 | ₹11,400 | ₹11,400 |
| 14 Oct | ₹11,400 | ₹11,400 | ₹11,400 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,950 | ₹8,950 | ₹8,950 |
| 23 Sep | ₹10,643 | ₹10,643 | ₹10,643 |
| 19 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,542 |
| 10 Sep | ₹11,400 | ₹11,400 | ₹11,400 |
| 07 Sep | ₹10,643 | ₹10,643 | ₹10,643 |
| 04 Sep | ₹8,800 | ₹8,800 | ₹8,800 |
| 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 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Banthara APMC reported Cowpea(Lobia/Karamani) at this level on 15 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.