As the 17 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Carrot was quoted at ₹9,250 per quintal in Musiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Carrot Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,500
- Lowest Price Today₹9,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityCarrot (Pusakesar)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Carrot rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Carrot about 37.5% above the period average, and just 15.9% 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 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 6 Viruthachalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 7 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 8 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 9 Manapparai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Tuticorin(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.
The ₹2,300 (24.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Carrot prices at Musiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹11,000, with the average around ₹6,727. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Nov | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 09 Nov | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 08 Nov | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 07 Nov | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 06 Nov | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 05 Nov | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 04 Nov | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 03 Nov | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 02 Nov | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 01 Nov | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 31 Oct | ₹4,600 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,300 |
| 30 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 29 Oct | ₹4,600 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,300 |
| 28 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 27 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 26 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 25 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 24 Oct | ₹4,600 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,300 |
| 23 Oct | ₹4,600 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,300 |
| 22 Oct | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Carrot today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
In a nutshell, Carrot was priced at this level in Musiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 17 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.