In the mandi rate roundup for 17 Oct 2026, Cowpea(Veg) was quoted at ₹5,000 per quintal in Sasthamkotta Market APMC. See where this sits in the day's Cowpea(Veg) range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
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₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityCowpea(Veg) (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 7.6% below the period average and just 28.6% 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 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bathubasti Vegetable Market APMC Leader | ₹15,500 |
| 2 Parassala Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 3 Pappanchani VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 5 Ranniangadi Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Pala Market APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 10 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 11 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 12 Punalur VFPCK Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
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 ₹9,500 (158.3%) 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 Sasthamkotta Market APMC ranged between ₹4,500 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹5,409. 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 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 06 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Sasthamkotta Market APMC posted this Cowpea(Veg) rate on 17 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.