Turning to the 18 Aug 2026 APMC board, Carrot was quoted at ₹7,950 per quintal in Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Carrot Price
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₹8,400
- Lowest Price Today₹7,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,950
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 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 5.0% above the period average and just 20.5% 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 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thrippunithura Market APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹10,800 |
| 3 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Viruthachalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 6 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 7 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 8 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 9 Jowai APMC | ₹9,530 |
| 10 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Kariyapatti(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 ₹1,500 (15.8%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Carrot prices at Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹7,574. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹7,400 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,400 |
| 18 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,950 |
| 17 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 |
| 16 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 |
| 15 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,800 | ₹8,800 | ₹8,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹8,600 | ₹8,600 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 09 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 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,800 | ₹8,800 | ₹8,800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,600 | ₹8,600 | ₹8,600 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Carrot, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Carrot rate on 18 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.