In the price report dated 12 Aug 2026, Piravam Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Drumstick, clocking the day's best rate at ₹12,000 per quintal. No rival market matched it today, underlining the strength of buying here.
01What's Behind Today's Drumstick Price
When a yard sits on top, it often means quality lots and active bidders showed up together.
- Highest Recorded Price₹13,000
- Lowest Price Today₹11,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityDrumstick (Drumstick)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Drumstick rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Drumstick about 59.2% above the period average, and just 7.7% 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 12 Aug 2026, so you can see where Piravam Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Piravam Market APMC Leader | ₹12,000 |
| 2 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 3 Anchal Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 4 Dahod(Veg. Market) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Naravarikuppam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Hindol APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Tiruvallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 9 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Mukkom Market APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 12 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Drumstick.
At ₹5,500 (84.6%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Drumstick matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Drumstick prices at Piravam Market APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹13,000, with the average around ₹7,536. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 18 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 15 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 13 Jul | ₹9,500 | ₹8,600 | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 09 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 08 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 06 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 05 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 01 Jul | ₹7,800 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
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
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Piravam Market APMC was the market to beat for Drumstick on 12 Aug 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.