In the latest market update for 16 Oct 2026, Drumstick was quoted at ₹5,500 per quintal in Vandavasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Drumstick yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What Put Vandavasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityDrumstick (Drumstick)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Drumstick rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Drumstick is about 20.0% above the period average — just 21.4% 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 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Hindol APMC Leader | ₹9,800 |
| 2 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 3 Piravam Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 5 Thirupathur RM APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 7 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 8 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 9 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 10 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Thirumangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Tiruvannamalai(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 ₹2,300 (30.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Drumstick prices at Vandavasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹4,583. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,400 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,900 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,900 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,400 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,400 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,900 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,400 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,850 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,400 |
| 13 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,400 |
| 12 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,900 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,900 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,900 |
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
In short, Drumstick changed hands at this rate in Vandavasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 16 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.