As fresh arrivals settled on 21 Aug 2026, Carrot was quoted at ₹4,100 per quintal in Ghatal APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
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₹4,200
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityCarrot (Carrot)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 1.0% below the period average and just 10.9% 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 21 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thrippunithura Market APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Piravam Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 4 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 6 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 7 Santar Bazaar APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 8 Krishnagiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 9 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Paramathivelur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
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 (11.1%) 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 Ghatal APMC ranged between ₹3,300 and ₹4,600, with the average around ₹4,142. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 09 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 26 Jul | ₹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
The headline Carrot rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 21 Aug 2026, Carrot traded at this rate in Ghatal 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.