Based on what the markets reported on 18 Oct 2026, Drumstick was quoted at ₹5,250 per quintal in APMC Dharashiv APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Drumstick Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityDrumstick (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its This Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Drumstick is about 33.8% above the period average, sitting just 41.7% 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
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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
That ₹1,700 (22.7%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Drumstick fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the This Week Trend
Over the past week, Drumstick prices at APMC Dharashiv APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹3,925. 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 | ₹9,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹5,250 |
| 14 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 20 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,250 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 05 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,750 |
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 tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Drumstick stood at APMC Dharashiv APMC on 18 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.