Reading today's price tape for 18 Oct 2026, Drumstick was quoted at ₹5,000 per quintal in Kayamkulam Market APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Drumstick Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,100
- Lowest Price Today₹4,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityDrumstick (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Drumstick is about 28.5% above the period average — just 21.9% 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
Here's how Drumstick rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Hindol APMC Leader | ₹9,200 |
| 2 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 3 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 RYTHU BAZAR MEHDIPATNAM APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Thirupathur RM APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 7 Perundurai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 8 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Usilampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Thirumangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Palanganatham(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.
The ₹1,700 (22.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Drumstick prices at Kayamkulam Market APMC ranged between ₹2,100 and ₹6,400, with the average around ₹3,891. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹5,100 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹5,100 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,900 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,800 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,900 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,800 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,900 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,900 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,900 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,900 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,100 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,100 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,300 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
| 13 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
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
When picking where to sell Drumstick, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Kayamkulam Market APMC logged this Drumstick rate on 18 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.