With the 16 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Carrot was quoted at ₹7,450 per quintal in Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Carrot markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Carrot Rate
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,500
- Lowest Price Today₹6,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,450
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 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.
Today's rate is about 5.7% above the period average and just 29.0% 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
Here's how Carrot rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,500 |
| 2 Vadaseri APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 3 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Mayiladuthurai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 6 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 7 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 8 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 9 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Thuraiyur APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Pallavaram(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.
A spread of ₹1,000 (10.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Carrot prices at Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹10,500, with the average around ₹7,049. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹6,400 | ₹7,450 |
| 15 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹6,400 | ₹7,450 |
| 14 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,850 |
| 13 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹6,400 | ₹7,450 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹6,400 | ₹7,450 |
| 09 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹6,400 | ₹7,950 |
| 08 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹6,400 | ₹7,950 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹6,400 | ₹7,950 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,400 | ₹6,600 | ₹8,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹6,400 | ₹7,700 |
| 04 Aug | ₹10,500 | ₹6,400 | ₹8,450 |
| 03 Aug | ₹10,500 | ₹6,400 | ₹8,450 |
| 02 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹6,400 | ₹7,450 |
| 01 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹6,400 | ₹7,450 |
| 31 Jul | ₹9,500 | ₹6,400 | ₹7,950 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,500 | ₹6,400 | ₹7,950 |
| 29 Jul | ₹9,500 | ₹6,400 | ₹7,950 |
| 28 Jul | ₹9,200 | ₹6,200 | ₹7,700 |
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
Selling Carrot well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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
Bottom line: on 16 Aug 2026, Carrot traded at this rate in Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.