In the mandi rate roundup for 16 Aug 2026, Beetroot was quoted at ₹4,300 per quintal in Periyakulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Beetroot Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Beetroot arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,400
- Lowest Price Today₹4,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityBeetroot (Beetroot)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 Beetroot about 11.4% above the period average, and just 14.0% 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
The table below lines up Beetroot rates across the markets that reported on 16 Aug 2026, so you can see where Periyakulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tiruthani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 5 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 6 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 7 Edapadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 8 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 9 Tiruppur (South) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 10 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 11 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 12 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,650 |
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 ₹2,350 (30.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Beetroot matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Beetroot prices at Periyakulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,600 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹3,861. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 16 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 15 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,400 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 09 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 02 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,600 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
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 Beetroot 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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Beetroot was priced at this level in Periyakulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 16 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.