With the 18 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Cowpea(Veg) was quoted at ₹9,000 per quintal in Parassala Market APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Cowpea(Veg) markets.
01What's Behind Today's Cowpea(Veg) Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,200
- Lowest Price Today₹8,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityCowpea(Veg) (Cowpea (Veg))
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Cowpea(Veg) about 27.6% above the period average, and just 2.2% 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
Here's how Cowpea(Veg) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Surat APMC Leader | ₹10,750 |
| 2 Parassala Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Chennithala VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Pappanchani VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Kalyanpur APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 6 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 7 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 8 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 10 Manjeswaram Market APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 11 Mayabander Vegetable Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
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.
At ₹3,950 (58.1%), 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 Parassala Market APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹9,200, with the average around ₹7,052. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,400 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 09 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 02 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 01 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 25 Jul | ₹6,800 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,600 |
| 24 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Cowpea(Veg) yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Parassala Market APMC reported Cowpea(Veg) at this level on 18 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.