In the day's wholesale-price digest for 23 Aug 2026, Carrot was quoted at ₹6,500 per quintal in Vadalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
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₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Aug 2026
- CommodityCarrot (Pusakesar)
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 8.1% above the period average, sitting just 18.8% 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
This table ranks Carrot rates across active mandis for 23 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Piravam Market APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 5 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 7 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 8 Aroor Market APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 9 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Manapparai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
The ₹2,000 (22.2%) 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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Carrot prices at Vadalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹6,015. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹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
The headline Carrot rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
All told, this is where Carrot stood at Vadalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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.