Reading today's price tape for 22 Aug 2026, Cowpea(Veg) was quoted at ₹4,000 per quintal in Banki APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What's Behind Today's Cowpea(Veg) Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Aug 2026
- CommodityCowpea(Veg) (Cowpea (Veg))
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Cowpea(Veg) is about 22.3% above the period average, sitting just 11.1% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Cowpea(Veg) rates across the markets that reported on 22 Aug 2026, so you can see where Banki APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Surat APMC Leader | ₹10,500 |
| 2 Neeleswaram Market APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 3 Vakathanam VFPCK Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 4 Manjeswaram Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Pampady Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Pazhayannur VFPCK Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 9 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Kannur Market APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 11 Perambra Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 12 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
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 ₹2,300 (28.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cowpea(Veg) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Cowpea(Veg) prices at Banki APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹4,500, with the average around ₹3,270. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
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
When picking where to sell Cowpea(Veg), balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Cowpea(Veg) rate at Banki APMC on 22 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.