In today's crop-price rundown for 18 Oct 2026, Drumstick was quoted at ₹6,500 per quintal in Tiruthuraipoondi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
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₹6,500
- Lowest Price Today₹6,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityDrumstick (Drumstick)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 54.0% above the period average and right at 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
This table ranks Drumstick rates across active mandis for 18 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Drumstick.
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 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Drumstick prices at Tiruthuraipoondi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹6,500, with the average around ₹4,220. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 18 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
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
For Drumstick, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Tiruthuraipoondi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Drumstick rate on 18 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.