From today's trading desk on 17 Aug 2026, Surat APMC stood at the front of the pack for Cowpea(Veg), clocking the day's best rate at ₹11,250 per quintal. No rival market matched it today, underlining the strength of buying here.
01What's Behind Today's Cowpea(Veg) Price
Strong rates like these tend to hold up when the trade behind them is broad, not just a one-off bid.
- Highest Recorded Price₹16,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityCowpea(Veg) (Other)
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 10.3% above the period average, sitting just 37.5% 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
Here's how Cowpea(Veg) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Surat APMC Leader | ₹11,250 |
| 2 Parassala Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Pappanchani VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Pandalam VFPCK Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 5 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 Kodumon VFPCK Market APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 7 Ezhamkulam VFPCK Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Pampady Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 11 Thirupathur APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Mukkom 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).
A spread of ₹5,250 (87.5%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Cowpea(Veg) prices at Surat APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹18,000, with the average around ₹10,201. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹11,250 |
| 14 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹16,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹12,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹12,225 |
| 05 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹11,250 |
| 04 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹10,750 |
| 03 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹14,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹14,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹14,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹10,000 |
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
The headline Cowpea(Veg) rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Surat APMC led Cowpea(Veg) on 17 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.