In the day's wholesale-price digest for 17 Aug 2026, Drumstick was quoted at ₹6,750 per quintal in Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Drumstick yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What's Behind Today's Drumstick Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityDrumstick (Drumstick)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Drumstick is about 2.0% above the period average — just 43.8% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Drumstick rates across active mandis for 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Manjeswaram Market APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Piravam Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Mayabander Vegetable Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Neeleswaram Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 6 Chelakkara Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 7 Pampady Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Mukkom Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 9 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 RYTHU BAZAR MEHDIPATNAM APMC | ₹6,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹4,500 (69.2%) 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 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹12,000, with the average around ₹6,617. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07 Nov | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 06 Nov | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,750 |
| 05 Nov | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,750 |
| 04 Nov | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 03 Nov | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 02 Nov | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 01 Nov | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 31 Oct | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 30 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,750 |
| 29 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,750 |
| 28 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 27 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,750 |
| 26 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,750 |
| 25 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,750 |
| 24 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,750 |
| 23 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 22 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 21 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 20 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 19 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Drumstick today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC logged this Drumstick rate on 17 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.