Going by the latest APMC figures for 22 Sep 2026, Shillong APMC stood at the front of the pack for Beetroot, clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,000 per quintal. The gap to the next-best yard was wide enough to make this the day's clear Beetroot leader.
01What Put Shillong APMC on Top Today
Best-in-day rates generally rest on solid volumes changing hands, not a lone transaction.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,500
- Lowest Price Today₹7,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Sep 2026
- CommodityBeetroot (Ruby Queen)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 18.1% above the period average and just 11.1% 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 22 Sep 2026, so you can see where Shillong APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Shillong APMC Leader | ₹8,000 |
| 2 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Paramathivelur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 4 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 5 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 7 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,650 |
| 11 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 12 Manachanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
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 ₹1,400 (21.2%) 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, Beetroot prices at Shillong APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹6,772. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 02 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 01 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 28 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
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
Going to the top Beetroot market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 22 Sep 2026, Shillong APMC set the pace for Beetroot. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.