With the 18 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Cowpea(Veg) was quoted at ₹1,500 per quintal in Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Cowpea(Veg) yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What's Behind Today's Cowpea(Veg) Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,600
- Lowest Price Today₹1,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityCowpea(Veg) (Cowpea (Veg))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 52.2% below the period average and just 64.3% 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 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Surat APMC Leader | ₹10,750 |
| 2 Parassala Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Pappanchani VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 5 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 7 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 8 Thirupathur APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Quilandy Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Avallapalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Hosur(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.
That ₹5,000 (87.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cowpea(Veg) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Cowpea(Veg) prices at Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹1,400 and ₹4,200, with the average around ₹3,139. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 02 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹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
The headline Cowpea(Veg) rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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, Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Cowpea(Veg) rate on 18 Aug 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.