With the 16 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Cowpea(Veg) was quoted at ₹3,500 per quintal in Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Cowpea(Veg) Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityCowpea(Veg) (Cowpea (Veg))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Cowpea(Veg) about 3.9% below the period average, and just 30.0% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Cowpea(Veg) rates across active mandis for 16 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kuttoor Market APMC Leader | ₹9,800 |
| 2 Parassala Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 3 Manjeswaram Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Manubazar APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 5 Pappanchani VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Ranniangadi Market APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 7 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Piravam Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 11 Mukkom Market APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 12 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
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.
That ₹3,300 (50.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cowpea(Veg) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Cowpea(Veg) prices at Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹3,641. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
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
Farmers comparing Cowpea(Veg) rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Cowpea(Veg) was priced at this level in Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 16 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.