With the 18 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Drumstick was quoted at ₹3,350 per quintal in Kangayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Drumstick Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,350
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityDrumstick (Drumstick)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Drumstick about 53.6% below the period average, and just 66.5% 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 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Anchal Market APMC Leader | ₹7,400 |
| 2 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Mukkom Market APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 7 Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 10 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 11 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Peravurani(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,000 |
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 ₹1,400 (23.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Drumstick prices at Kangayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹7,218. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,350 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,400 |
| 16 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 15 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,850 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 09 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,850 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,850 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 02 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 01 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Drumstick, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Drumstick was priced at this level in Kangayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 18 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.