In the price report dated 17 Aug 2026, Pandalam VFPCK Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Cowpea(Veg), clocking the day's best rate at ₹7,500 per quintal. No rival market matched it today, underlining the strength of buying here.
01What's Behind Today's Cowpea(Veg) Price
Strong rates like these tend to hold up when the trade behind them is broad, not just a one-off bid.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,800
- Lowest Price Today₹7,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,500
- Reporting Mandis3
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityCowpea(Veg) (Cowpea (Veg))
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 4.4% below the period average and just 16.7% 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 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pandalam VFPCK Market APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Kodumon VFPCK Market APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 3 Ezhamkulam VFPCK 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 ₹500 (7.1%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Cowpea(Veg) prices at Pandalam VFPCK Market APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹7,846. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,900 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 01 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 16 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 13 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 07 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 02 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 30 Jun | ₹8,300 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 28 Jun | ₹8,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,800 |
| 27 Jun | ₹8,200 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,800 |
| 26 Jun | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
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, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Aug 2026, Pandalam VFPCK Market APMC set the pace for Cowpea(Veg). Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.