In today's crop-price rundown for 17 Aug 2026, Cowpea(Veg) was quoted at ₹8,100 per quintal in Kalyanpur APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Cowpea(Veg) markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cowpea(Veg) Rate
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,200
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- 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.
This puts Cowpea(Veg) about 54.5% above the period average, and just 2.4% 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
Here's how Cowpea(Veg) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kuttoor Market APMC Leader | ₹11,800 |
| 2 Surat APMC | ₹11,250 |
| 3 Manjeswaram Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Piravam Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Kalyanpur APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 6 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Parassala Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Pappanchani VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Ettumanoor VFPCK Market APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 10 Pandalam VFPCK Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Kodumon VFPCK Market APMC | ₹7,300 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cowpea(Veg).
A spread of ₹4,500 (61.6%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Cowpea(Veg) prices at Kalyanpur APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹8,300, with the average around ₹5,244. 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 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,100 |
| 15 Aug | ₹8,300 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,100 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,100 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,900 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,100 |
| 09 Aug | ₹6,700 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,600 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,800 | ₹7,900 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,100 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,100 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,100 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,100 |
| 26 Jul | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,800 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,700 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹6,600 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,500 |
| 19 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 17 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Kalyanpur APMC reported Cowpea(Veg) at this level on 17 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.