As fresh arrivals settled on 20 Oct 2026, Drumstick was quoted at ₹3,100 per quintal in Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Drumstick today.
01What's Behind Today's Drumstick Price
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,300
- Lowest Price Today₹2,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 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.
This puts Drumstick about 30.4% below the period average, and just 51.6% 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 20 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gingee(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 3 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 4 Thuraiyur RM APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 6 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 7 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 8 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Usilampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Melur(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 ₹2,500 (33.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Drumstick fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Drumstick prices at Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,700 and ₹6,400, with the average around ₹4,456. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹3,300 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,100 |
| 19 Oct | ₹3,600 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,350 |
| 18 Oct | ₹3,800 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,450 |
| 17 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹2,700 | ₹3,100 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,900 | ₹3,900 | ₹3,900 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,900 | ₹3,900 | ₹3,900 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,900 | ₹3,900 | ₹3,900 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,900 | ₹3,900 | ₹3,900 |
| 25 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,900 | ₹3,900 | ₹3,900 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,900 | ₹3,900 | ₹3,900 |
| 20 Sep | ₹3,900 | ₹3,900 | ₹3,900 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,100 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,100 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,900 | ₹3,900 | ₹3,900 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
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
Before carting Drumstick to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Drumstick at this level on 20 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.