As fresh arrivals settled on 19 Aug 2026, Carrot was quoted at ₹6,850 per quintal in Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Carrot Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,500
- Lowest Price Today₹6,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,850
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityCarrot (Pusakesar)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Carrot rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 4.2% below the period average and just 36.0% 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
This table ranks Carrot rates across active mandis for 19 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Viruthachalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Vadaseri APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 4 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Thuraiyur APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 10 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Manapparai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Carrot.
That ₹1,000 (11.1%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Carrot fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Carrot prices at Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹10,700, with the average around ₹7,152. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,850 |
| 18 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,700 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,850 |
| 16 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,600 |
| 15 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,850 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,600 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,600 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,850 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,600 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,750 |
| 09 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,600 | ₹7,050 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,300 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,300 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,600 | ₹7,050 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,300 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,300 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,300 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,300 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,600 |
| 02 Aug | ₹10,700 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,850 |
| 01 Aug | ₹10,700 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,850 |
| 31 Jul | ₹10,700 | ₹10,700 | ₹10,700 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Carrot, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Carrot rate on 19 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.