In today's crop-price rundown for 26 Oct 2026, Drumstick was quoted at ₹10,600 per quintal in Palakkad Market APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put Palakkad Market APMC on Top Today
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₹11,000
- Lowest Price Today₹10,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹10,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 Oct 2026
- CommodityDrumstick (Drumstick)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Drumstick about 99.3% above the period average, and just 3.6% 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 26 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gingee(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹13,000 |
| 2 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 3 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 4 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 5 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 6 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,250 |
| 7 Vellore RM APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 8 Rayagada(Muniguda) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 9 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 10 Khariar Road APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 11 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 12 Pallikonda(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹11,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Drumstick.
At ₹2,000 (18.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Drumstick matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Drumstick prices at Palakkad Market APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹11,000, with the average around ₹5,318. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Oct | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,600 |
| 24 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,600 |
| 23 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,600 |
| 22 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,600 |
| 19 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,700 |
| 17 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,300 |
| 16 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 14 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 13 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,800 |
| 12 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 25 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,600 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,600 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,700 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,700 |
| 19 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,700 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,200 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,200 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Drumstick was priced at this level in Palakkad Market APMC on 26 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.