Based on what the markets reported on 18 Aug 2026, Drumstick was quoted at ₹8,000 per quintal in Khariar Road APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Drumstick Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityDrumstick (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Drumstick is about 11.1% below the period average — just 33.3% 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 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Manjeswaram Market APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Mayabander Vegetable Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Khariar Road APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Anchal Market APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 5 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Mukkom Market APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 10 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
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 ₹4,600 (71.9%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Drumstick prices at Khariar Road APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹12,000, with the average around ₹9,000. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 29 Jun | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 25 Jun | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
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
Farmers comparing Drumstick rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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 wrap up, Khariar Road APMC logged this Drumstick rate on 18 Aug 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.