Going by the latest APMC figures for 18 Aug 2026, Carrot was quoted at ₹5,500 per quintal in Mahboob Manison APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What's Behind Today's Carrot Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityCarrot (Carrot)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Carrot rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 48.3% above the period average and just 21.4% 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
This table ranks Carrot rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 Manapparai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
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.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Carrot prices at Mahboob Manison APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹3,709. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 20 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 16 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 13 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Mahboob Manison 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.