In the price report dated 14 Oct 2026, Cowpea(Veg) was quoted at ₹4,900 per quintal in Cherthala Market APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cowpea(Veg) Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Oct 2026
- CommodityCowpea(Veg) (Cowpea (Veg))
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Cowpea(Veg) about 1.9% above the period average, and just 43.7% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Cowpea(Veg) rates across active mandis for 14 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kuttoor Market APMC Leader | ₹9,800 |
| 2 Manjeswaram Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Parassala Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Manubazar APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 5 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Pappanchani VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Ettumanoor VFPCK Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 8 Ranniangadi Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 vadakarapathy Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Barpathari APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Thammampatti (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.
A spread of ₹3,050 (45.2%) 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 Cherthala Market APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹8,700, with the average around ₹4,807. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,700 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 19 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 14 Sep | ₹6,100 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,700 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 08 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 05 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 02 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 30 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,300 |
| 24 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,100 |
| 23 Aug | ₹8,700 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,100 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Cowpea(Veg) was priced at this level in Cherthala Market APMC on 14 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.