Going by the latest APMC figures for 17 Aug 2026, Drumstick was quoted at ₹5,750 per quintal in Padra APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Drumstick today.
01What Put Padra APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,500
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityDrumstick (Other)
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.
Today's rate is about 28.8% above the period average and just 11.5% 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 Drumstick rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Neeleswaram Market APMC Leader | ₹8,000 |
| 2 Mayabander Vegetable Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Pampady Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Mukkom Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 5 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 RYTHU BAZAR MEHDIPATNAM APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 11 Ulundurpettai APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Peravurani(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Drumstick.
That ₹2,000 (33.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Drumstick fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Drumstick prices at Padra APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹6,500, with the average around ₹4,464. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,750 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,750 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,250 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,250 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 25 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,250 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,250 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,900 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 20 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,250 |
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
Farmers comparing Drumstick rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Padra APMC posted this Drumstick rate on 17 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.