In the mandi rate roundup for 21 Oct 2026, Drumstick was quoted at ₹5,250 per quintal in Padra APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What Put Padra APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityDrumstick (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Drumstick about 13.0% above the period average, and just 34.4% 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 21 Oct 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 Rayagada(Muniguda) APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Jaleswar APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 3 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 4 Gingee(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 6 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 7 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 9 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Hindol APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
That ₹2,500 (29.4%) 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 Padra APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹4,647. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 20 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 19 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,250 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,250 |
| 25 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,750 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,250 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 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 |
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
Going to the top Drumstick market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Padra APMC reported Drumstick at this level on 21 Oct 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.