About Lobia (Cowpea)
Lobia (cowpea, chawli) is a hardy pulse eaten as dal and curry, with tender pods used as a vegetable and the plant as fodder.
Where Lobia (Cowpea) Is Grown
The main growing states and districts are listed below. Tap a state for its markets, season, agencies and buyers.
| State | Main districts | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Rajasthan | Jaipur, Sikar, Jhunjhunu | Rain-fed lobia. |
| Karnataka | Kolar, Tumakuru, Chitradurga | Lobia for dal and pods. |
| Maharashtra | Pune, Satara, Ahmednagar | Chawli for local markets. |
| Tamil Nadu | Villupuram, Tiruvannamalai | Cowpea after paddy. |
How It Is Grown
Lobia is a short kharif or summer crop that grows on poor soils and tolerates drought.
Season
Kharif and summer crops.
Uses and Buyers
Households, restaurants and canners.
Quality and Price
Graded by colour (white with black eye is most common), size and freedom from weevils.
Government Role
Lobia (Cowpea) has no minimum support price, so it is bought almost entirely by private traders, processors and exporters. Government support comes through horticulture and crop missions, market regulation, export promotion and research.
Companies, Markets and Bodies
- Tata Consumer Products LtdTata Sampann pulsesAboutExplore
- BigBasket (Supermarket Grocery Supplies Pvt Ltd)Online groceryAboutExplore
- India Pulses and Grains AssociationMumbaiAboutExplore
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