Going by the latest APMC figures for 16 Sep 2026, Drumstick was quoted at ₹4,750 per quintal in Padra APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Drumstick today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Drumstick Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Sep 2026
- CommodityDrumstick (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Drumstick about 4.3% above the period average, and just 32.1% 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
The table below lines up Drumstick rates across the markets that reported on 16 Sep 2026, so you can see where Padra APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC Leader | ₹15,000 |
| 2 Mayabander Vegetable Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 RYTHU BAZAR MEHDIPATNAM APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Chelakkara Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 5 Anchal Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 6 Hindol APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 7 Pampady Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Banki APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Dahod(Veg. Market) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Drumstick.
The ₹9,250 (160.9%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Drumstick prices at Padra APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹4,552. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 15 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 12 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,250 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,250 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 05 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 02 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 01 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 31 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 29 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 26 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 25 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 24 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
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
Before carting Drumstick to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Padra APMC reported Drumstick at this level on 16 Sep 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.