In the day's wholesale-price digest for 12 Aug 2026, Cowpea(Veg) was quoted at ₹6,000 per quintal in Chengannur Market APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What Put Chengannur Market APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,200
- Lowest Price Today₹5,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Aug 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.
Right now Cowpea(Veg) is about 12.4% above the period average — just 15.5% 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
Here's how Cowpea(Veg) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 12 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kuttoor Market APMC Leader | ₹11,800 |
| 2 Surat APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 3 Piravam Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Navsari APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 5 Parassala Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 6 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 7 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 8 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Kannur Market APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 10 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 11 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹6,700 |
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.
At ₹5,100 (76.1%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cowpea(Veg) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Cowpea(Veg) prices at Chengannur Market APMC ranged between ₹3,800 and ₹7,100, with the average around ₹5,338. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 09 Aug | ₹6,100 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,100 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,100 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,100 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹6,200 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,100 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹5,100 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,500 |
| 18 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹5,100 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 15 Jul | ₹5,300 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Cowpea(Veg) today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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 wrap up, Chengannur Market APMC logged this Cowpea(Veg) rate on 12 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.