Here's the 16 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Cowpea(Veg) was quoted at ₹6,000 per quintal in Chathanoor Market APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Cowpea(Veg) yards.
01What Put Chathanoor Market APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,500
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityCowpea(Veg) (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Cowpea(Veg) is about 7.0% above the period average — just 14.3% 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 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
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cowpea(Veg).
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.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Cowpea(Veg) prices at Chathanoor Market APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹5,606. 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 | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹6,800 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,200 |
| 07 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹4,700 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,500 |
| 04 Sep | ₹4,700 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,500 |
| 01 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Cowpea(Veg) yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Chathanoor Market APMC logged this Cowpea(Veg) rate on 16 Oct 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.