In the price report dated 20 Aug 2026, Chelakkara Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Drumstick, clocking the day's best rate at ₹9,200 per quintal. No other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
01What's Behind Today's Drumstick Price
When a yard sits on top, it often means quality lots and active bidders showed up together.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,500
- Lowest Price Today₹9,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityDrumstick (Drumstick)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
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 59.2% above the period average, and just 3.2% 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 20 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chelakkara Market APMC Leader | ₹9,200 |
| 2 Munnar Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Khariar Road APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Mayabander Vegetable Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 6 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Neeleswaram Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Piravam Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 10 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Vadhvan APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 RYTHU BAZAR MEHDIPATNAM 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.
At ₹2,700 (41.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Drumstick matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Drumstick prices at Chelakkara Market APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹9,500, with the average around ₹5,779. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,200 |
| 19 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,400 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,900 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,900 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,900 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,100 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 01 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,900 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,800 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,600 |
| 25 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 23 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 21 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 17 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 16 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 15 Jul | ₹4,300 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Drumstick, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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: Chelakkara Market APMC was the market to beat for Drumstick on 20 Aug 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.