As fresh arrivals settled on 20 Aug 2026, Surat APMC stood at the front of the pack for Cowpea(Veg), clocking the day's best rate at ₹11,000 per quintal. No other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cowpea(Veg) Rate
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
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityCowpea(Veg) (Cowpea (Veg))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Cowpea(Veg) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 8.0% 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 20 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Surat APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Pampady Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Piravam Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Pala Market APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 5 Kallachi Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Pulpally Market APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 8 Mukkom Market APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 9 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 10 Vaniyamkulam VFPCK Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Thirupathur APMC | ₹6,000 |
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 ₹5,000 (83.3%) 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 Surat APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹18,000, with the average around ₹10,183. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹10,750 |
| 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 |
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
Farmers comparing Cowpea(Veg) rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 20 Aug 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.