From today's trading desk on 19 Aug 2026, Pampady Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Drumstick, clocking the day's best rate at ₹7,000 per quintal. That rate sat clear of the pack, marking this yard as the one to beat for Drumstick.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Drumstick Rate
A rate that leads the board is usually the product of many bids, not one generous buyer.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,500
- Lowest Price Today₹6,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityDrumstick (Drumstick)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Drumstick rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Drumstick is about 12.4% below the period average, sitting just 89.4% 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 19 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pampady Market APMC Leader | ₹7,000 |
| 2 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 7 Thirupathur APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 8 Thirukalukundram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Drumstick.
The ₹1,250 (21.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Drumstick prices at Pampady Market APMC ranged between ₹4,500 and ₹65,900, with the average around ₹7,991. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹65,900 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
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
The day's best Drumstick rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Pampady Market APMC led Drumstick on 19 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.