In today's crop-price rundown for 31 Aug 2026, Carrot was quoted at ₹8,500 per quintal in Piravam Market APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Carrot today.
01What's Behind Today's Carrot Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityCarrot (Carrot)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 3.0% below the period average and just 29.2% 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 Carrot rates stacked up across reporting markets on 31 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Harbartganj Daily Market APMC Leader | ₹11,500 |
| 2 Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 5 Paramathivelur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 6 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Piravam Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Krishnagiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 10 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 11 Cherthala Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 12 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
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.
That ₹3,500 (43.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Carrot fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Carrot prices at Piravam Market APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹12,000, with the average around ₹8,761. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 23 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹10,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹10,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
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
Before carting Carrot 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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 31 Aug 2026, Carrot traded at this rate in Piravam Market APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.