As the 18 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Drumstick was quoted at ₹6,750 per quintal in Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Drumstick Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityDrumstick (Drumstick)
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.
Today's rate is about 80.5% above the period average and just 3.6% 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
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 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 RYTHU BAZAR MEHDIPATNAM APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Thirupathur RM APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 7 Perundurai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 8 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Usilampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Thirumangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Drumstick.
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.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Drumstick prices at Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹3,739. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 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 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 20 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 13 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
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
Selling Drumstick well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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
Net-net, Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Drumstick rate on 18 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.