In the mandi rate roundup for 16 Aug 2026, Piravam Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Drumstick, clocking the day's best rate at ₹9,000 per quintal. With buying concentrated here, this yard topped the day's Drumstick board.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Drumstick Rate
Topping the board usually reflects steady trade through the day rather than a single outlier deal.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityDrumstick (Drumstick)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Drumstick rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 13.2% above the period average and just 30.8% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Drumstick rates across the markets that reported on 16 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 | ₹9,000 |
| 2 Anchal Market APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 3 Kuruppanthura Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 4 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 RYTHU BAZAR MEHDIPATNAM APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 7 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Peravurani(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Pampady Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Thirupathur APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Ulundurpettai APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Banki APMC | ₹6,000 |
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 ₹3,000 (50.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Drumstick prices at Piravam Market APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹13,000, with the average around ₹7,953. 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 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹12,200 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 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 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Drumstick, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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
Bottom line: on 16 Aug 2026, Piravam Market APMC set the pace for Drumstick. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.