Going by the latest APMC figures for 18 Aug 2026, Harippad Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Beetroot, clocking the day's best rate at ₹6,000 per quintal. That put it ahead of the rest of the markets we track, drawing the eye of farmers and buyers alike.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Beetroot Rate
Topping the board usually reflects steady trade through the day rather than a single outlier deal.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,500
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,000
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityBeetroot (Beetroot)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 5.8% above the period average, and just 9.1% 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 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Harippad Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Harippad Market APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 Kottarakkara Market APMC | ₹2,100 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Beetroot.
The ₹3,900 (185.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Beetroot prices at Harippad Market APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹6,600, with the average around ₹5,671. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,400 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Harippad Market APMC was the market to beat for Beetroot on 18 Aug 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.