From today's trading desk on 23 Aug 2026, Carrot was quoted at ₹2,800 per quintal in SMY Bhuntar APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Carrot yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Carrot Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,200
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Aug 2026
- CommodityCarrot (Other)
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.
At this level, Carrot is about 0.5% below the period average, sitting just 37.8% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Carrot rates across the markets that reported on 23 Aug 2026, so you can see where SMY Bhuntar APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 3 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Manapparai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Krishnagiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 8 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 9 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 10 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 11 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Paramathivelur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Carrot.
The ₹1,500 (17.6%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Carrot prices at SMY Bhuntar APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹4,500, with the average around ₹2,815. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,400 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,400 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,400 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,400 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
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
Farmers comparing Carrot rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Carrot stood at SMY Bhuntar APMC on 23 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.