Checking the day's mandi numbers for 18 Sep 2026, Drumstick was quoted at ₹4,500 per quintal in Vadhvan APMC. See where this sits in the day's Drumstick range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Drumstick Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityDrumstick (Drumstick)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Drumstick rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Drumstick is about 5.3% below the period average, sitting just 40.0% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Drumstick rates across the markets that reported on 18 Sep 2026, so you can see where Vadhvan APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 RYTHU BAZAR MEHDIPATNAM APMC Leader | ₹8,000 |
| 2 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Dahod(Veg. Market) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Thirupathur APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Hindol APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
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 ₹2,500 (45.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Drumstick fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Drumstick prices at Vadhvan APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹7,500, with the average around ₹4,754. 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 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 12 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 01 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,250 |
| 31 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 29 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 27 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 24 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 21 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 20 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
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
For Drumstick, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Drumstick stood at Vadhvan APMC on 18 Sep 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.