Here's the 16 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Cowpea(Veg) was quoted at ₹6,000 per quintal in Chengannur Market APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Cowpea(Veg) yards.
01What's Behind Today's Cowpea(Veg) Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,100
- Lowest Price Today₹5,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityCowpea(Veg) (Cowpea (Veg))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Cowpea(Veg) is about 12.7% above the period average, sitting just 15.5% 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
This table ranks Cowpea(Veg) rates across active mandis for 16 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Neduvathoor VFPCK Market APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Pappanchani VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Parassala Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Venmony VFPCK Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 5 Piravam Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Ranniangadi Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Thirupathur APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Chelakkara VFPCK Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Thamarassery Market APMC | ₹5,900 |
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.
A spread of ₹4,100 (69.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
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 ₹5,322. 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 | ₹6,200 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹6,100 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹5,100 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,100 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 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 |
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
Going to the top Cowpea(Veg) market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Cowpea(Veg) rate at Chengannur Market APMC on 16 Aug 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.