Pulling together the 16 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Drumstick was quoted at ₹2,000 per quintal in L B Nagar 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
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityDrumstick (Drumstick)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Drumstick rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Drumstick is about 26.0% below the period average, sitting just 75.0% 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 16 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Hindol APMC Leader | ₹9,800 |
| 2 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 3 Piravam Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 5 Thirupathur RM APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 7 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 8 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 9 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 10 Thirumangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Drumstick.
A spread of ₹2,300 (30.7%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Drumstick prices at L B Nagar APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹2,701. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 12 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
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
Before carting Drumstick to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Drumstick stood at L B Nagar APMC on 16 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.