In the day's wholesale-price digest for 17 Aug 2026, Beetroot was quoted at ₹6,000 per quintal in Viruthachalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Viruthachalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityBeetroot (Beetroot)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Beetroot is about 1.7% above the period average — right at the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Beetroot rates across the markets that reported on 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Viruthachalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹8,500 |
| 2 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 3 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 4 Paramathivelur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 5 Sathiyamagalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 6 Perundurai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 7 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 8 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 9 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 10 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 11 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Beetroot.
At ₹1,000 (13.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Beetroot matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Beetroot prices at Viruthachalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹5,902. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹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
For Beetroot, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Viruthachalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Beetroot rate on 17 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.