Here's the 31 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — 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'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₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityCarrot (Carrot)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Carrot is about 40.2% 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 31 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 Harbartganj Daily Market APMC Leader | ₹11,500 |
| 2 Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 5 Paramathivelur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 6 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Piravam Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Krishnagiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 10 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 11 Cherthala Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 12 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
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.
That ₹3,500 (43.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Carrot fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Carrot prices at Shimoga APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹3,566. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 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 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Carrot stood at Shimoga APMC on 31 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.