In today's crop-price rundown for 16 Aug 2026, Cowpea(Veg) was quoted at ₹5,500 per quintal in Pampady Market APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Cowpea(Veg) yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cowpea(Veg) Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityCowpea(Veg) (Cowpea (Veg))
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Cowpea(Veg) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Cowpea(Veg) about 20.9% below the period average, and just 38.9% 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
The table below lines up Cowpea(Veg) rates across the markets that reported on 16 Aug 2026, so you can see where Pampady Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pappanchani VFPCK Market APMC Leader | ₹8,000 |
| 2 Parassala Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Thirupathur APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 Chelakkara VFPCK Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 8 Thamarassery Market APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 9 Pala Market APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 10 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
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 ₹2,250 (39.1%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Cowpea(Veg) prices at Pampady Market APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹6,952. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Cowpea(Veg) was priced at this level in Pampady Market APMC on 16 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.