In the price report dated 19 Aug 2026, Carrot was quoted at ₹6,400 per quintal in Cherthala Market APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Carrot markets in the table that follows.
01What's Behind Today's Carrot Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,500
- Lowest Price Today₹6,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityCarrot (Carrot)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 15.5% above the period average and just 22.0% 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 19 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kanjirappally Market APMC Leader | ₹10,800 |
| 2 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Viruthachalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Vadaseri APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 5 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Jowai APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Thuraiyur APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 12 Peravurani(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹9,000 |
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.
The ₹1,800 (20.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Carrot prices at Cherthala Market APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹8,200, with the average around ₹5,543. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,400 |
| 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 |
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Cherthala Market APMC posted this Carrot rate on 19 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.