Pulling together the 22 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Surat APMC stood at the front of the pack for Cowpea(Veg), clocking the day's best rate at ₹10,500 per quintal. That put it ahead of the rest of the markets we track, drawing the eye of farmers and buyers alike.
01What Put Surat APMC on Top Today
Topping the board usually reflects steady trade through the day rather than a single outlier deal.
- Highest Recorded Price₹15,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹10,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Aug 2026
- CommodityCowpea(Veg) (Cowpea (Veg))
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Cowpea(Veg) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Cowpea(Veg) is about 3.0% above the period average — just 41.7% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
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 Surat 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 Pampady Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Perambra Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 5 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 6 Kallachi Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Vengeri(Kozhikode) Market APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 8 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Pala Market APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 11 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 12 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
The ₹4,750 (82.6%) 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 Surat APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹18,000, with the average around ₹10,196. 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 | ₹15,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 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 |
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
Selling Cowpea(Veg) well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Cowpea(Veg) found its strongest bid at Surat APMC on 22 Aug 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.