Going by the latest APMC figures for 20 Oct 2026, Cowpea(Veg) was quoted at ₹6,200 per quintal in Kottayam Market APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cowpea(Veg) Rate
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,400
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityCowpea(Veg) (Cowpea (Veg))
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Cowpea(Veg) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 6.4% below the period average and just 43.1% 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 20 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vamanapuram Market APMC Leader | ₹8,500 |
| 2 Manubazar APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 3 Pappanchani VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Ranniangadi Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 6 Thrikkodithanam VFPCK Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Pala Market APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 10 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 11 Vakathanam VFPCK Market APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 12 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
At ₹2,500 (41.7%), 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 Kottayam Market APMC ranged between ₹5,800 and ₹10,900, with the average around ₹6,622. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 19 Oct | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 14 Oct | ₹6,900 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,700 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,900 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,700 |
| 12 Oct | ₹6,800 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,600 |
| 19 Sep | ₹6,600 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,400 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹10,900 | ₹10,500 | ₹10,700 |
| 21 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,600 |
| 19 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,600 |
| 18 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,800 |
| 17 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,800 |
| 08 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 20 Oct 2026, Cowpea(Veg) traded at this rate in Kottayam 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.