Across the reporting yards on 16 Aug 2026, Cowpea(Veg) was quoted at ₹5,800 per quintal in Pala Market APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cowpea(Veg) Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,400
- Lowest Price Today₹5,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityCowpea(Veg) (Cowpea (Veg))
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Cowpea(Veg) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 7.9% below the period average and just 27.5% 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 Pappanchani VFPCK Market APMC Leader | ₹8,000 |
| 2 Parassala Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Thirupathur APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 Chelakkara VFPCK Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 8 Thamarassery Market APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 9 Pala Market APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 10 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
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.
The ₹2,250 (39.1%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Cowpea(Veg) prices at Pala Market APMC ranged between ₹5,200 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹6,300. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,800 |
| 15 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,800 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,800 | ₹5,200 | ₹6,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹5,300 | ₹6,200 |
| 22 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹5,300 | ₹6,200 |
| 21 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹5,300 | ₹6,200 |
| 19 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹5,300 | ₹6,200 |
| 18 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹5,300 | ₹6,200 |
| 17 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹5,300 | ₹6,200 |
| 14 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 08 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 03 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 01 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 29 Jun | ₹8,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 26 Jun | ₹7,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,200 |
| 24 Jun | ₹7,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,200 |
| 22 Jun | ₹7,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,200 |
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 16 Aug 2026, Cowpea(Veg) traded at this rate in Pala 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.