Going by the latest APMC figures for 18 Aug 2026, Beetroot was quoted at ₹7,750 per quintal in Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Beetroot Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityBeetroot (Beetroot)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Beetroot rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 3.7% below the period average and just 22.5% short of 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
The table below lines up Beetroot rates across the markets that reported on 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹8,500 |
| 2 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,350 |
| 3 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 4 Balarampuram Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 6 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 7 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 8 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 9 Thamarassery Market APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 10 Perundurai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,650 |
| 11 Kumarapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Rasipuram(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.
That ₹1,000 (13.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Beetroot fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Beetroot prices at Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC ranged between ₹5,500 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹8,047. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 19 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 18 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 17 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 16 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 15 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 14 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 13 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 09 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 08 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 07 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,750 |
| 06 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 02 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 01 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
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
Selling Beetroot well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Aug 2026, Beetroot traded at this rate in Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.