As the 17 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Drumstick was quoted at ₹9,000 per quintal in Piravam Market APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Drumstick yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Drumstick Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityDrumstick (Drumstick)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 12.7% 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
Here's how Drumstick rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Manjeswaram Market APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Piravam Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Mayabander Vegetable Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Neeleswaram Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 6 Chelakkara Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 7 Pampady Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Mukkom Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 9 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 RYTHU BAZAR MEHDIPATNAM APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
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 ₹4,500 (69.2%) 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 Piravam Market APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹13,000, with the average around ₹7,985. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 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 |
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
Selling Drumstick well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Piravam Market APMC posted this Drumstick rate on 17 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.