As the 18 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Beetroot was quoted at ₹3,550 per quintal in Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Beetroot Rate
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₹3,600
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,550
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityBeetroot (Beetroot)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Beetroot rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Beetroot about 13.5% below the period average, and just 55.6% 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
This table ranks Beetroot rates across active mandis for 18 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Paramathivelur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 4 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,650 |
| 9 Perundurai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,650 |
| 10 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Thiruchengodu RM APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹1,000 (15.4%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Beetroot prices at Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹4,103. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹3,600 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,550 |
| 17 Oct | ₹3,600 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,550 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 20 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,750 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,150 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 13 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 12 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,450 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Beetroot yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
The takeaway: Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Beetroot at this level on 18 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.