Here's the 20 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Drumstick was quoted at ₹5,500 per quintal in Pampady Market APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Drumstick Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityDrumstick (Drumstick)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Drumstick is about 26.6% below the period average, sitting just 91.7% 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
This table ranks Drumstick rates across active mandis for 20 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gingee(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 3 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 4 Thirupathur RM APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Thuraiyur RM APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 10 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Thirumangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹2,500 (33.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Drumstick prices at Pampady Market APMC ranged between ₹3,800 and ₹65,900, with the average around ₹7,494. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 02 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 30 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 28 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 27 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹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
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Drumstick rate at Pampady Market APMC on 20 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.