Across the reporting yards on 16 Oct 2026, Drumstick was quoted at ₹7,500 per quintal in Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. This is one of several Drumstick rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What Put Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityDrumstick (Drumstick)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Drumstick about 38.1% above the period average, and just 6.3% 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
Here's how Drumstick rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Neeleswaram Market APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Hindol APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 3 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 4 Piravam Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 6 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Thirupathur RM APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 9 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 10 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 11 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 12 Thirumangalam(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.
At ₹2,500 (33.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Drumstick matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Drumstick prices at Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹5,431. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
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
The headline Drumstick rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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.