As fresh arrivals settled on 23 Oct 2026, Shillong APMC stood at the front of the pack for Beetroot, clocking the day's best rate at ₹9,500 per quintal. It edged out every other market that reported Beetroot today, setting the tone for the session.
01What Put Shillong APMC on Top Today
Sustained buying interest, more than any single deal, is what pushes a market to the front.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹9,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Oct 2026
- CommodityBeetroot (Ruby Queen)
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.
Today's rate is about 32.9% above the period average and just 5.0% 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
Here's how Beetroot rates stacked up across reporting markets on 23 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Shillong APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Rayagada(Muniguda) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Ariyalur(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 6 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 7 Perundurai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 8 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 9 Thiruchengodu RM APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Paramathivelur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Hasthampatti(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.
A spread of ₹2,000 (26.7%) 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 ₹10,000, with the average around ₹7,149. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 22 Oct | ₹9,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 19 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹9,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹9,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 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 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Beetroot today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
Bottom line: on 23 Oct 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.