Checking the day's mandi numbers for 17 Oct 2026, Cowpea(Veg) was quoted at ₹5,250 per quintal in Padra APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cowpea(Veg) Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityCowpea(Veg) (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Cowpea(Veg) is about 26.7% above the period average, sitting just 30.0% 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
Here's how Cowpea(Veg) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bathubasti Vegetable Market APMC Leader | ₹15,500 |
| 2 Parassala Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 3 Pappanchani VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 5 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Pala Market APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 9 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 10 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 11 Chathanoor Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Quilandy Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cowpea(Veg).
A spread of ₹9,500 (158.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Cowpea(Veg) prices at Padra APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹7,500, with the average around ₹4,143. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Cowpea(Veg), though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Cowpea(Veg) rate at Padra APMC on 17 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.