Going by the latest APMC figures for 23 Aug 2026, Chelakkara Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Drumstick, clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,400 per quintal. It edged out every other market that reported Drumstick today, setting the tone for the session.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Drumstick Rate
Topping the board usually reflects steady trade through the day rather than a single outlier deal.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,500
- Lowest Price Today₹8,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 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.
Today's rate is about 40.3% above the period average and just 11.6% 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
Here's how Drumstick rates stacked up across reporting markets on 23 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chelakkara Market APMC Leader | ₹8,400 |
| 2 Neeleswaram Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Kuruppanthura Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Anchal Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 5 Tiruvallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Piravam Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Naravarikuppam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 9 RYTHU BAZAR MEHDIPATNAM APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 11 Hindol APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 12 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
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.
The ₹2,400 (40.0%) 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 Chelakkara Market APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹9,500, with the average around ₹5,986. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,400 |
| 22 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 21 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 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 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 23 Aug 2026, Chelakkara 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.