In the price report dated 16 Oct 2026, Cowpea(Veg) was quoted at ₹5,000 per quintal in Padra APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Cowpea(Veg) yard so you can see where this one falls.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cowpea(Veg) Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityCowpea(Veg) (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 20.7% above the period average and just 33.3% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Cowpea(Veg) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kuttoor Market APMC Leader | ₹9,800 |
| 2 Parassala Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 3 Manjeswaram Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Vamanapuram Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Manubazar APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 6 Pappanchani VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Kannakunnu VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Kovilnada VFPCK Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Ranniangadi Market APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 10 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Piravam Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cowpea(Veg).
At ₹2,800 (40.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cowpea(Veg) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Cowpea(Veg) prices at Padra APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹7,500, with the average around ₹4,143. 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 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 16 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 14 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 12 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,250 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,250 | ₹3,400 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,750 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,625 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,250 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,900 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
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
Before carting Cowpea(Veg) to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Padra APMC posted this Cowpea(Veg) rate on 16 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.