Based on what the markets reported on 28 Aug 2026, Carrot was quoted at ₹5,000 per quintal in Shimoga APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Shimoga APMC on Top Today
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Aug 2026
- CommodityCarrot (Carrot)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Carrot rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Carrot is about 41.4% above the period average, sitting just 16.7% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Carrot rates across the markets that reported on 28 Aug 2026, so you can see where Shimoga APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 3 Peravurani(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 5 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 6 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 7 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 8 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 9 Edapadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 10 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 11 Manapparai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 12 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,600 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Carrot.
That ₹900 (10.5%) 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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Carrot prices at Shimoga APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹3,536. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 24 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹900 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Carrot yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Carrot rate at Shimoga APMC on 28 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.