With the 17 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Carrot was quoted at ₹6,200 per quintal in Cherthala Market APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Cherthala Market APMC on Top Today
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,400
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityCarrot (Carrot)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
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 12.4% above the period average and just 24.4% 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
Here's how Carrot rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kanjirappally Market APMC Leader | ₹11,800 |
| 2 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 3 Vadaseri APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 4 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹10,200 |
| 5 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 6 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 7 Viruthachalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 8 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 9 Paramathivelur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Krishnagiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Carrot.
That ₹2,300 (24.2%) 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 Cherthala Market APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹8,200, with the average around ₹5,518. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,400 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,700 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,600 |
| 08 Aug | ₹6,700 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,600 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,400 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,100 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,400 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,300 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 22 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 18 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 17 Jul | ₹5,300 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 16 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 15 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 14 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 13 Jul | ₹5,300 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 10 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 09 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 08 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
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
Net-net, Cherthala Market APMC posted this Carrot rate on 17 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.