Going by the latest APMC figures for 21 Jul 2026, Surat APMC stood at the front of the pack for Cowpea(Veg), clocking the day's best rate at ₹11,000 per quintal. It comfortably led the field, which is why traders are likely keeping an eye on it.
01What's Behind Today's Cowpea(Veg) Price
Topping the board usually reflects steady trade through the day rather than a single outlier deal.
- Highest Recorded Price₹16,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Jul 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.
Today's rate is about 40.2% above the period average and just 38.9% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Cowpea(Veg) rates across active mandis for 21 Jul 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Surat APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Kuttoor Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 3 Kovilnada VFPCK Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Manjeswaram Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Pandalam Market APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 6 Cheriyanadu VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 7 Pappanchani VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Ettumanoor VFPCK Market APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 9 Kottayi VFPCK Market APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 10 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
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 ₹4,000 (57.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Cowpea(Veg) prices at Surat APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹18,000, with the average around ₹7,844. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Nov | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 04 Nov | ₹5,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 03 Nov | ₹5,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 02 Nov | ₹6,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 30 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 29 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹4,250 |
| 28 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹4,250 |
| 27 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,750 |
| 26 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 24 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 22 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 21 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 19 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 15 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹5,250 |
| 14 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,750 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,750 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,750 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 21 Jul 2026, Surat APMC set the pace for Cowpea(Veg). Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.