In the mandi rate roundup for 16 Aug 2026, Drumstick was quoted at ₹4,800 per quintal in Hindol APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Hindol APMC on Top Today
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityDrumstick (Drumstick)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Drumstick rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 29.7% below the period average and just 46.7% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Drumstick rates across the markets that reported on 16 Aug 2026, so you can see where Hindol APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Piravam Market APMC Leader | ₹9,000 |
| 2 Anchal Market APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 3 Kuruppanthura Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 4 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 RYTHU BAZAR MEHDIPATNAM APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 7 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Peravurani(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Pampady Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Thirupathur APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Ulundurpettai APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Banki APMC | ₹6,000 |
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 ₹3,000 (50.0%) 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 Hindol APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹6,826. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 16 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,800 |
| 09 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 02 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 01 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 26 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Drumstick, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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
Bottom line: on 16 Aug 2026, Drumstick traded at this rate in Hindol APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.