In the mandi rate roundup for 26 Aug 2026, Carrot was quoted at ₹8,700 per quintal in Kumbakonam (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
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Carrot arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,600
- Lowest Price Today₹7,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 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 7.8% above the period average and just 19.4% 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
The table below lines up Carrot rates across the markets that reported on 26 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 3 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 5 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 6 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 7 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 8 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 9 Harbartganj Daily Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Pamohi(Garchuk) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Krishnagiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
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 (11.8%) 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 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,400 and ₹10,800, with the average around ₹8,070. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,700 |
| 26 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,700 |
| 25 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹8,400 | ₹9,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹8,400 | ₹9,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹10,200 | ₹8,400 | ₹9,300 |
| 22 Aug | ₹10,800 | ₹8,400 | ₹9,600 |
| 21 Aug | ₹10,200 | ₹8,400 | ₹9,300 |
| 20 Aug | ₹10,800 | ₹8,400 | ₹9,600 |
| 19 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹8,400 | ₹9,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹10,800 | ₹8,400 | ₹9,600 |
| 17 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,700 |
| 16 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹8,400 | ₹9,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹10,200 | ₹8,400 | ₹9,300 |
| 14 Aug | ₹10,800 | ₹8,400 | ₹9,600 |
| 13 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹8,400 | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹10,200 | ₹8,400 | ₹9,300 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹7,200 | ₹8,400 |
| 09 Aug | ₹10,200 | ₹8,400 | ₹9,300 |
| 08 Aug | ₹10,800 | ₹8,400 | ₹9,600 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 26 Aug 2026, Carrot traded at this rate in Kumbakonam (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.