From today's trading desk on 18 Oct 2026, Drumstick was quoted at ₹5,400 per quintal in Cheyyar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Drumstick yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Drumstick Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 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.
At this level, Drumstick is about 18.9% above the period average, sitting just 22.9% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Drumstick rates across active mandis for 18 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Hindol APMC Leader | ₹9,200 |
| 2 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 3 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 RYTHU BAZAR MEHDIPATNAM APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Thirupathur RM APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 7 Perundurai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 8 Usilampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Thirumangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Chengam(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.
At ₹1,700 (22.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Drumstick matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Drumstick prices at Cheyyar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,200 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹4,543. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,400 |
| 17 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,400 |
| 16 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,400 |
| 14 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,250 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,400 |
| 25 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,400 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,400 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,400 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,850 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,850 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,400 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,400 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,850 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,400 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,850 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,400 |
| 13 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,400 |
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 day's best Drumstick rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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 sum up, this was the Drumstick rate at Cheyyar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 18 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.