In today's crop-price rundown for 16 Oct 2026, Drumstick was quoted at ₹3,350 per quintal in Vedaranyam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Drumstick markets.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Drumstick Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,350
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityDrumstick (Drumstick)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 10.7% below the period average and just 33.0% 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 16 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Hindol APMC Leader | ₹9,800 |
| 2 Piravam Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 4 Thirupathur RM APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 6 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 7 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 8 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 9 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Usilampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Karaikudi(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 ₹2,300 (30.7%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Drumstick prices at Vedaranyam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC ranged between ₹2,200 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹3,752. 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 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,350 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,350 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 |
| 20 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,350 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,350 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,350 |
| 13 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,300 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,150 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 16 Oct 2026, Drumstick traded at this rate in Vedaranyam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.