In the price report dated 12 Oct 2026, Cowpea(Veg) was quoted at ₹8,400 per quintal in Parassala Market APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Cowpea(Veg) markets in the table that follows.
01What's Behind Today's Cowpea(Veg) Price
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,600
- Lowest Price Today₹8,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityCowpea(Veg) (Cowpea (Veg))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Cowpea(Veg) about 13.9% above the period average, and just 8.7% 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 12 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Manjeswaram Market APMC Leader | ₹9,000 |
| 2 Vamanapuram Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Parassala Market APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 4 Manubazar APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 5 Pappanchani VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 8 Ranniangadi Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 12 Pampady Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹2,500 (38.5%) 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 Parassala Market APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹9,200, with the average around ₹7,377. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹8,600 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,400 |
| 25 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,800 |
| 24 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,800 |
| 23 Sep | ₹8,400 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 22 Sep | ₹7,400 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 18 Sep | ₹8,400 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,400 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 16 Sep | ₹8,400 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 15 Sep | ₹8,400 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 14 Sep | ₹8,400 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 13 Sep | ₹8,400 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 12 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,600 |
| 11 Sep | ₹7,400 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 10 Sep | ₹7,400 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 09 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 06 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹8,800 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,600 |
| 04 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
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
Selling Cowpea(Veg) well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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
The takeaway: Parassala Market APMC reported Cowpea(Veg) at this level on 12 Oct 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.