Here's the 18 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Carrot was quoted at ₹4,165 per quintal in Kadur 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
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,165
- Lowest Price Today₹4,165
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,165
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 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.
Right now Carrot is about 8.0% above the period average — right at the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Carrot rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thrippunithura Market APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹10,800 |
| 3 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Viruthachalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 6 Pattukottai(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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
That ₹1,500 (15.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Carrot fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the This Week Trend
Over the past week, Carrot prices at Kadur APMC ranged between ₹2,776 and ₹4,165, with the average around ₹3,856. 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 | ₹4,165 | ₹4,165 | ₹4,165 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,165 | ₹4,165 | ₹4,165 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,165 | ₹4,165 | ₹4,165 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,165 | ₹4,165 | ₹4,165 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,776 | ₹2,776 | ₹2,776 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,330 | ₹2,776 | ₹2,776 |
| 13 Jul | ₹4,165 | ₹4,165 | ₹4,165 |
| 06 Jul | ₹4,165 | ₹4,165 | ₹4,165 |
| 29 Jun | ₹4,165 | ₹4,165 | ₹4,165 |
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
Before carting Carrot to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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
To wrap up, Kadur APMC logged this Carrot rate on 18 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.