Checking the day's mandi numbers for 18 Oct 2026, Drumstick was quoted at ₹3,950 per quintal in NGO Colony(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Drumstick today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Drumstick Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,400
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,950
- 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 14.4% above the period average, sitting just 60.5% 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 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Usilampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Thirumangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
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 ₹1,700 (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.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Drumstick prices at NGO Colony(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹3,453. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹4,400 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,950 |
| 18 Oct | ₹4,400 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,950 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,400 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,950 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,150 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,400 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,950 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 20 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,600 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,400 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,400 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 13 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,850 |
| 12 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,850 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 07 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 06 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,850 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Drumstick rate at NGO Colony(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.