In the mandi rate roundup for 21 Aug 2026, Carrot was quoted at ₹1,650 per quintal in Pune(Khadiki) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Carrot Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,800
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,650
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityCarrot (Other)
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.
This puts Carrot about 7.6% above the period average, and just 13.2% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Carrot rates across the markets that reported on 21 Aug 2026, so you can see where Pune(Khadiki) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thrippunithura Market APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Piravam Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 4 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 6 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 7 Santar Bazaar APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 8 Krishnagiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 9 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Paramathivelur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
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.
The ₹1,000 (11.1%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Carrot prices at Pune(Khadiki) APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹1,900, with the average around ₹1,534. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,650 |
| 20 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,550 |
| 19 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,450 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,450 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,450 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,450 |
| 09 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,450 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,550 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,450 |
| 02 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,700 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,550 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,700 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,550 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,700 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,700 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,550 |
| 23 Jul | ₹1,700 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,450 |
| 20 Jul | ₹1,700 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,500 |
| 17 Jul | ₹1,700 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,500 |
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
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
The takeaway: Pune(Khadiki) APMC reported Carrot at this level on 21 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.