Reading today's price tape for 23 Aug 2026, Carrot was quoted at ₹7,600 per quintal in Cherthala Market APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Carrot Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,800
- Lowest Price Today₹7,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,600
- Reporting Mandis4
- Date23 Aug 2026
- CommodityCarrot (Carrot)
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.
Right now Carrot is about 32.3% above the period average — just 24.0% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Carrot rates across active mandis for 23 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Harippad Market APMC Leader | ₹8,000 |
| 2 Cherthala Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 3 Perumbavoor Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 SMY Bhuntar APMC | ₹2,800 |
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.
A spread of ₹5,200 (185.7%) 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 Cherthala Market APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹10,002, with the average around ₹5,745. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,600 |
| 22 Aug | ₹10,002 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,001 |
| 21 Aug | ₹6,800 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,700 |
| 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 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Cherthala Market APMC logged this Carrot rate on 23 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.