Across the reporting yards on 17 Aug 2026, Manjeswaram Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Drumstick, clocking the day's best rate at ₹11,000 per quintal. It comfortably led the field, which is why traders are likely keeping an eye on it.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Drumstick Rate
A front-running rate rarely comes down to one lucky sale. More often it's a sign of healthy competition, with several buyers chasing the available lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,000
- Lowest Price Today₹10,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 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 12.2% below the period average and just 45.0% 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 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Manjeswaram Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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 distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Drumstick.
The ₹4,500 (69.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Drumstick prices at Manjeswaram Market APMC ranged between ₹10,000 and ₹20,000, with the average around ₹12,534. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 15 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 14 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 11 Jul | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 10 Jul | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 09 Jul | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 08 Jul | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
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
When picking where to sell Drumstick, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Aug 2026, Manjeswaram 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.