In the latest market update for 18 Aug 2026, Cowpea(Veg) was quoted at ₹5,100 per quintal in Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cowpea(Veg) Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,200
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 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.
At this level, Cowpea(Veg) is about 2.7% below the period average, sitting just 15.0% 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 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Surat APMC Leader | ₹10,750 |
| 2 Parassala Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Pappanchani VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 5 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 7 Navsari APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Kottayi VFPCK Market APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 9 Mukkom Market APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 10 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Thirupathur APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Quilandy Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cowpea(Veg).
The ₹4,750 (79.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Cowpea(Veg) prices at Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,400 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹5,239. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 |
| 16 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 |
| 09 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,850 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 |
| 02 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,850 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Cowpea(Veg) rate at Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 18 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.