As the 22 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Drumstick was quoted at ₹8,300 per quintal in Thamarassery Market APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Drumstick Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,500
- Lowest Price Today₹8,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Oct 2026
- CommodityDrumstick (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Drumstick about 56.4% above the period average, and just 12.6% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Drumstick rates across active mandis for 22 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Rayagada(Muniguda) APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 3 Gingee(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 6 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 9 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Quilandy Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
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.
At ₹2,200 (25.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Drumstick matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Drumstick prices at Thamarassery Market APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹9,500, with the average around ₹5,308. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Oct | ₹8,500 | ₹8,300 | ₹8,300 |
| 17 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹6,300 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 15 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,300 |
| 14 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,300 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,300 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,200 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,100 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,800 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,700 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 05 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 01 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 24 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,900 |
| 23 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,900 | ₹3,900 |
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
The takeaway: Thamarassery Market APMC reported Drumstick at this level on 22 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.