Reading today's price tape for 18 Aug 2026, Carrot was quoted at ₹10,800 per quintal in Kanjirappally Market APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What's Behind Today's Carrot Price
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹11,000
- Lowest Price Today₹10,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹10,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityCarrot (Carrot)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Carrot is about 9.0% above the period average — just 10.0% short of 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
This table ranks Carrot rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thrippunithura Market APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹10,800 |
| 3 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Viruthachalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 6 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 7 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 8 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 9 Jowai APMC | ₹9,530 |
| 10 Manapparai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
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.
At ₹1,500 (15.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Carrot matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Carrot prices at Kanjirappally Market APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹12,000, with the average around ₹9,904. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,800 |
| 17 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,800 |
| 08 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,800 |
| 26 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,800 |
| 22 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,800 |
| 09 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,800 |
| 07 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 04 Jul | ₹9,800 | ₹9,400 | ₹9,600 |
| 03 Jul | ₹9,800 | ₹9,400 | ₹9,600 |
| 01 Jul | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,200 |
| 29 Jun | ₹9,800 | ₹9,400 | ₹9,600 |
| 25 Jun | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 24 Jun | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 22 Jun | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,800 |
| 19 Jun | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,800 |
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
The headline Carrot rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
In short, Carrot changed hands at this rate in Kanjirappally Market APMC on 18 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.