In the day's wholesale-price digest for 19 Oct 2026, Cowpea(Veg) was quoted at ₹4,500 per quintal in Padra APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cowpea(Veg) Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityCowpea(Veg) (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Cowpea(Veg) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Cowpea(Veg) is about 8.3% above the period average, sitting just 40.0% 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
Here's how Cowpea(Veg) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Parassala Market APMC Leader | ₹9,200 |
| 2 Nedumangadu Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 3 Piravam Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 5 Pappanchani VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 A.Jattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 8 Manubazar APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Ranniangadi Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Barpathari APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
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.
At ₹2,450 (36.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cowpea(Veg) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Cowpea(Veg) prices at Padra APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹7,500, with the average around ₹4,154. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 16 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 14 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 12 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,250 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,250 | ₹3,400 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,750 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,625 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,250 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,900 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Cowpea(Veg) rate at Padra APMC on 19 Oct 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.