With the 16 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Cowpea(Veg) was quoted at ₹2,300 per quintal in Silachhari APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Silachhari APMC on Top Today
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Cowpea(Veg) arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityCowpea(Veg) (Cowpea (Veg))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 0.2% below the period average and just 8.0% 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 16 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Neduvathoor VFPCK Market APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Pappanchani VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Parassala Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Venmony VFPCK Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 5 Piravam Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Ranniangadi Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Thirupathur APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Chelakkara VFPCK Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Thamarassery Market APMC | ₹5,900 |
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 ₹4,100 (69.5%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Cowpea(Veg) prices at Silachhari APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹2,305. 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 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 12 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 08 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 05 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 02 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 28 Jun | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 24 Jun | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,400 |
| 17 Jun | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 16 Jun | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
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 day's best Cowpea(Veg) rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Silachhari APMC posted this Cowpea(Veg) rate on 16 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.