In the day's wholesale-price digest for 18 Aug 2026, Drumstick was quoted at ₹5,000 per quintal in Ramanagara APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Ramanagara APMC on Top Today
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityDrumstick (Drumstick)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Drumstick is about 18.6% below the period average — just 58.3% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Drumstick rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Manjeswaram Market APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Mayabander Vegetable Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Khariar Road APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Anchal Market APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 5 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Mukkom Market APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 10 Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Drumstick.
A spread of ₹4,600 (71.9%) 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, Drumstick prices at Ramanagara APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹12,000, with the average around ₹6,144. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 18 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹4,400 | ₹6,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹4,400 | ₹6,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹4,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
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
Going to the top Drumstick market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In short, Drumstick changed hands at this rate in Ramanagara APMC on 18 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.