Across the reporting yards on 21 Aug 2026, Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Drumstick, clocking the day's best rate at ₹6,750 per quintal. With buying concentrated here, this yard topped the day's Drumstick board.
01What's Behind Today's Drumstick Price
Topping the board usually reflects steady trade through the day rather than a single outlier deal.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityDrumstick (Drumstick)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 1.8% above the period average and just 15.6% 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
Here's how Drumstick rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC Leader | ₹6,750 |
| 2 Hindol APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 4 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 5 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 6 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 7 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 8 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 9 Pollachi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹1,250 (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.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Drumstick prices at Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC ranged between ₹4,500 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹6,633. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 20 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 19 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 18 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 16 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 15 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 09 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 02 Aug | ₹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
Going to the top Drumstick market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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 21 Aug 2026, Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC set the pace for Drumstick. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.