In the mandi rate roundup for 16 Aug 2026, Carrot was quoted at ₹8,800 per quintal in Tirukattupalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Carrot yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Carrot Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,800
- Lowest Price Today₹8,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 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.
This puts Carrot about 11.3% above the period average, and just 15.4% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
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 Piravam Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 7 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 8 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 9 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 10 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Carrot.
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.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Carrot prices at Tirukattupalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹10,400, with the average around ₹7,910. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹7,400 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,400 |
| 16 Aug | ₹8,800 | ₹8,800 | ₹8,800 |
| 15 Aug | ₹8,800 | ₹8,800 | ₹8,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,800 | ₹8,800 | ₹8,800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,800 | ₹8,800 | ₹8,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 08 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,800 | ₹9,800 | ₹9,800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,800 | ₹8,800 | ₹8,800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹8,800 | ₹8,800 | ₹8,800 |
| 31 Jul | ₹10,400 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,400 |
| 30 Jul | ₹10,400 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,400 |
| 29 Jul | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 28 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
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
When picking where to sell Carrot, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Carrot was priced at this level in Tirukattupalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 16 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.