Here's the 16 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Carrot was quoted at ₹8,000 per quintal in Aralamoodu Market APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Carrot Rate
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityCarrot (Carrot)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Carrot is about 45.5% 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
Here's how Carrot rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,500 |
| 2 Vadaseri APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 3 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Mayiladuthurai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 6 Piravam Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 7 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 8 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 9 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 10 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Thuraiyur APMC | ₹9,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Carrot.
The ₹1,000 (10.5%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Carrot prices at Aralamoodu Market APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹5,500. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 18 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 14 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 09 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 05 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 02 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 30 Jun | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 27 Jun | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹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 Carrot, 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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Aralamoodu Market APMC logged this Carrot rate on 16 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.