In the mandi rate roundup for 14 Aug 2026, Cowpea(Veg) was quoted at ₹6,000 per quintal in Kattappana Market APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cowpea(Veg) Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,700
- Lowest Price Today₹5,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Aug 2026
- CommodityCowpea(Veg) (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Here's where today's Cowpea(Veg) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 9.6% above the period average and just 10.4% 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
The table below lines up Cowpea(Veg) rates across the markets that reported on 14 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kattappana Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Parassala Market APMC Leader | ₹8,000 |
| 2 Pappanchani VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Kallachi Market APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 4 Pampady Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 Sasthamkotta Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 8 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 11 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Avallapalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cowpea(Veg).
That ₹2,250 (39.1%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cowpea(Veg) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Cowpea(Veg) prices at Kattappana Market APMC ranged between ₹4,800 and ₹6,700, with the average around ₹5,474. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Aug | ₹6,700 | ₹5,400 | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,300 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 06 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,400 |
| 04 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,400 |
| 03 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,200 |
| 01 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,200 |
| 26 Jun | ₹5,800 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,400 |
| 24 Jun | ₹5,500 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,200 |
| 22 Jun | ₹5,500 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,400 |
| 21 Jun | ₹5,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,300 |
| 17 Jun | ₹5,500 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,400 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Cowpea(Veg) today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 14 Aug 2026, Cowpea(Veg) traded at this rate in Kattappana Market APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.