As the 19 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Drumstick, clocking the day's best rate at ₹9,600 per quintal. With buying concentrated here, this yard topped the day's Drumstick board.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Drumstick Rate
When a yard sits on top, it often means quality lots and active bidders showed up together.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,600
- Lowest Price Today₹9,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 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 75.1% above the period average and right at 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 19 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,600 |
| 2 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 4 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 5 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 Tiruppur (South) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 7 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 8 Usilampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Thirumangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Rajapalayam(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.
A spread of ₹2,100 (28.0%) 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 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹9,600, with the average around ₹5,483. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 18 Oct | ₹8,400 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,800 |
| 17 Oct | ₹8,400 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,800 |
| 16 Oct | ₹8,400 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,800 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹7,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 23 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 |
| 19 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,200 | ₹5,100 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 16 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,200 | ₹5,100 |
| 15 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,400 |
| 14 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
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
Farmers comparing Drumstick rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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
Bottom line: on 19 Oct 2026, Kumbakonam (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.