Checking the day's mandi numbers for 21 Aug 2026, Piravam Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Drumstick, clocking the day's best rate at ₹13,000 per quintal. No other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
01What Put Piravam Market APMC on Top Today
Best-in-day rates generally rest on solid volumes changing hands, not a lone transaction.
- Highest Recorded Price₹14,000
- Lowest Price Today₹12,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹13,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 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.
At this level, Drumstick is about 61.1% above the period average, sitting just 7.1% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Drumstick rates across active mandis for 21 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Piravam Market APMC Leader | ₹13,000 |
| 2 Anchal Market APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 3 Kuruppanthura Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 4 Tiruvallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 RYTHU BAZAR MEHDIPATNAM APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Mannar Market APMC | ₹6,100 |
| 9 Naravarikuppam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Hindol APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
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 ₹7,250 (126.1%) 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 ₹14,000, with the average around ₹8,069. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 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 |
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
Before carting Drumstick to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Piravam Market APMC led Drumstick on 21 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.