Checking the day's mandi numbers for 16 Sep 2026, Drumstick was quoted at ₹4,150 per quintal in Surat APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Drumstick Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,800
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,150
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Sep 2026
- CommodityDrumstick (Drumstick)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Drumstick is about 6.5% above the period average, sitting just 46.8% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Drumstick rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC Leader | ₹15,000 |
| 2 Banki APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Kottarakkara Market APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 4 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 5 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,400 |
| 6 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 7 Manapparai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 8 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 9 Peravurani(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
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.
A spread of ₹10,250 (215.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Drumstick prices at Surat APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹7,800, with the average around ₹3,897. 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 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹4,150 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,750 | ₹2,500 | ₹4,125 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,750 | ₹2,500 | ₹4,125 |
| 12 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹4,050 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,750 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,750 |
| 02 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,250 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,125 |
| 29 Aug | ₹3,250 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,625 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,150 |
| 26 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,050 |
| 24 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,750 |
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
When picking where to sell Drumstick, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
All told, this is where Drumstick stood at Surat APMC on 16 Sep 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.