Reading today's price tape for 18 Oct 2026, Drumstick was quoted at ₹4,750 per quintal in APMC Rahata APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Drumstick Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Drumstick arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityDrumstick (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Drumstick is about 13.9% above the period average, sitting just 32.1% 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 18 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Hindol APMC Leader | ₹9,200 |
| 2 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 3 Thirupathur RM APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 RYTHU BAZAR MEHDIPATNAM APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 7 Perundurai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 8 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹1,700 (22.7%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Drumstick prices at APMC Rahata APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹4,172. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,750 |
| 17 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 13 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 06 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Drumstick yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Drumstick stood at APMC Rahata APMC on 18 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.