Going by the latest APMC figures for 16 Oct 2026, Cowpea(Veg) was quoted at ₹5,400 per quintal in Kannur Market APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cowpea(Veg) Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,600
- Lowest Price Today₹5,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 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.
Today's rate is about 9.4% below the period average and just 50.9% 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
Here's how Cowpea(Veg) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kuttoor Market APMC Leader | ₹9,800 |
| 2 Parassala Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 3 Manjeswaram Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Vamanapuram Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Manubazar APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 6 Pappanchani VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Kannakunnu VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Kovilnada VFPCK Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Ranniangadi Market APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 10 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Piravam Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
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.
The ₹2,800 (40.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Cowpea(Veg) prices at Kannur Market APMC ranged between ₹3,300 and ₹11,000, with the average around ₹5,963. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹3,800 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹5,600 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,400 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,100 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 14 Oct | ₹6,100 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,400 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,600 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,400 |
| 25 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,900 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,700 |
| 19 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 10 Sep | ₹6,800 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹6,800 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,500 |
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
Net-net, Kannur Market APMC posted this Cowpea(Veg) rate on 16 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.