Here's the 18 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Drumstick was quoted at ₹7,250 per quintal in Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Drumstick today.
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₹7,500
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityDrumstick (Drumstick)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Drumstick is about 66.6% above the period average, sitting just 3.3% 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 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 6 Perundurai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 7 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 8 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Thirumangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Usilampatti(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.
At ₹1,700 (22.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Drumstick matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Drumstick prices at Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,600 and ₹7,500, with the average around ₹4,352. 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 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 17 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 16 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 14 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 25 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 20 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,650 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,650 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,600 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,650 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 13 Sep | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹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
The day's best Drumstick rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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.