In today's crop-price rundown for 20 Oct 2026, Drumstick was quoted at ₹7,200 per quintal in Cherthala Market APMC. This is one of several Drumstick rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What Put Cherthala Market APMC on Top Today
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,400
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityDrumstick (Drumstick)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 5-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Drumstick about 17.6% above the period average, and just 2.7% 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 Drumstick rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gingee(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 3 Parappanangadi Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 4 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 5 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Thirupathur RM APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Thuraiyur RM APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 11 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Usilampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹2,500 (33.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 5-Day Trend
Over the last 5 days, Drumstick prices at Cherthala Market APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹7,400, with the average around ₹6,120. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹7,400 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 19 Oct | ₹7,200 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,100 |
| 12 Oct | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 24 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 23 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Drumstick today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Drumstick was priced at this level in Cherthala Market APMC on 20 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.