From today's trading desk on 17 Aug 2026, Carrot was quoted at ₹8,000 per quintal in Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Carrot yards.
01What's Behind Today's Carrot Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,500
- Lowest Price Today₹7,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityCarrot (Pusakesar)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Carrot is about 0.6% below the period average, sitting just 27.3% 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 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kanjirappally Market APMC Leader | ₹11,800 |
| 2 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 3 Vadaseri APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 4 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹10,200 |
| 5 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 6 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 7 Viruthachalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 8 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 9 Paramathivelur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Krishnagiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
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.
That ₹2,300 (24.2%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Carrot fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Carrot prices at Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹6,500 and ₹11,000, with the average around ₹8,048. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 17 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 14 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,750 |
| 10 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹10,800 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,400 |
| 08 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,400 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,400 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,800 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,400 |
| 04 Aug | ₹10,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,250 |
| 03 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 01 Aug | ₹9,800 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,400 |
| 31 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
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
Going to the top Carrot market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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 Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 17 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.