Based on what the markets reported on 28 Aug 2026, Carrot was quoted at ₹8,750 per quintal in Edapadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Carrot Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Aug 2026
- CommodityCarrot (Pusakesar)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 7.7% above the period average, sitting just 20.5% 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
Here's how Carrot rates stacked up across reporting markets on 28 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 3 Peravurani(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 5 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 6 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 7 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 8 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 9 Edapadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 10 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 11 Manapparai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 12 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,600 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Carrot.
The ₹900 (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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Carrot prices at Edapadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹11,000, with the average around ₹8,126. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 28 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 27 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 26 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 25 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 24 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 23 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 22 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 21 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 20 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 18 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 16 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 14 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,750 |
| 13 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 11 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Carrot stood at Edapadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 28 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.