In the day's wholesale-price digest for 20 Oct 2026, Drumstick was quoted at ₹5,500 per quintal in Kayamkulam Market APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put Kayamkulam Market 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₹5,600
- Lowest Price Today₹5,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityDrumstick (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Here's where today's Drumstick rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Drumstick is about 40.1% above the period average — just 14.1% 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
This table ranks Drumstick rates across active mandis for 20 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gingee(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 3 Parappanangadi Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 4 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 5 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Thirupathur RM APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Thuraiyur RM APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 11 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Usilampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
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.
The ₹2,500 (33.3%) 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 Kayamkulam Market APMC ranged between ₹2,100 and ₹6,400, with the average around ₹3,926. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹5,600 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹5,600 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 18 Oct | ₹5,100 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹5,100 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,900 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,800 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,900 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,800 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,900 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,900 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,900 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,900 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,100 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,100 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,300 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
| 13 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹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
If you're chasing the best rate for Drumstick today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
To wrap up, Kayamkulam Market APMC logged this Drumstick rate on 20 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.