In the mandi rate roundup for 16 Aug 2026, Cowpea(Veg) was quoted at ₹7,500 per quintal in Venmony VFPCK Market APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Cowpea(Veg) today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cowpea(Veg) Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,008
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 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.
Today's rate is about 9.1% below the period average and just 23.5% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
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
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 ₹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 2-Day Trend
Over the last 2 days, Cowpea(Veg) prices at Venmony VFPCK Market APMC ranged between ₹6,008 and ₹9,800, with the average around ₹8,250. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,008 | ₹7,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,800 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
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
For Cowpea(Veg), the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
Bottom line: on 16 Aug 2026, Cowpea(Veg) traded at this rate in Venmony VFPCK Market APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.