As fresh arrivals settled on 24 Aug 2026, Drumstick was quoted at ₹5,550 per quintal in Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Drumstick Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,550
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 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.
This puts Drumstick about 0.5% above the period average, and just 44.5% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Drumstick rates stacked up across reporting markets on 24 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 RYTHU BAZAR MEHDIPATNAM APMC Leader | ₹6,500 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹6,100 |
| 3 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 4 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 5 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 6 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,550 |
| 7 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 8 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 9 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Chathanoor Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Vadalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Drumstick.
That ₹1,500 (30.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Drumstick fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Drumstick prices at Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹5,523. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,550 |
| 23 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,700 |
| 22 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,700 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,100 |
| 20 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,300 |
| 19 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,900 |
| 18 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,900 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,650 |
| 16 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,600 |
| 15 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,600 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,600 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,600 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,900 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,900 |
| 09 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,150 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,650 |
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
The takeaway: Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Drumstick at this level on 24 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.