Going by the latest APMC figures for 16 Oct 2026, Drumstick was quoted at ₹6,000 per quintal in Khariar APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What's Behind Today's Drumstick Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 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.
This puts Drumstick about 23.3% below the period average, and just 40.0% 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 16 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Hindol APMC Leader | ₹9,800 |
| 2 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 3 Piravam Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 5 Thirupathur RM APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 7 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 8 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 9 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 10 Thirumangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
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.
That ₹2,300 (30.7%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Drumstick fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Drumstick prices at Khariar APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹7,824. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 19 Jun | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Drumstick today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Khariar APMC reported Drumstick at this level on 16 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.