In today's crop-price rundown for 08 Aug 2026, Carrot was quoted at ₹8,000 per quintal in Chengannur Market APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Carrot Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,100
- Lowest Price Today₹7,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date08 Aug 2026
- CommodityCarrot (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Carrot about 18.7% above the period average, and just 2.4% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Carrot rates stacked up across reporting markets on 08 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,250 |
| 2 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹10,800 |
| 3 Vadaseri APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 4 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 5 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 6 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 7 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 8 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 9 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 10 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 11 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 12 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,600 |
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 ₹1,650 (17.2%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Carrot prices at Chengannur Market APMC ranged between ₹5,300 and ₹8,200, with the average around ₹6,740. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08 Aug | ₹8,100 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,100 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,100 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,100 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,100 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,800 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,700 |
| 25 Jul | ₹8,200 | ₹7,600 | ₹8,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹7,100 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹6,700 | ₹7,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,500 |
| 18 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,800 |
| 17 Jul | ₹6,100 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 16 Jul | ₹6,100 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 15 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,800 |
| 14 Jul | ₹6,200 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,000 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Chengannur Market APMC reported Carrot at this level on 08 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.