In today's crop-price rundown for 18 Aug 2026, Carrot was quoted at ₹8,000 per quintal in Thalasserry Market APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Carrot Rate
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,500
- Lowest Price Today₹7,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityCarrot (Carrot)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Carrot rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 12.1% above the period average and just 18.4% 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
This table ranks Carrot rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thrippunithura Market APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹10,800 |
| 3 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Viruthachalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 6 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 7 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 8 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 9 Jowai APMC | ₹9,530 |
| 10 Manapparai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
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.
That ₹1,500 (15.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Carrot fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Carrot prices at Thalasserry Market APMC ranged between ₹5,500 and ₹9,800, with the average around ₹7,139. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹9,800 | ₹8,600 | ₹9,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,700 | ₹8,700 | ₹9,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 19 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 17 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 15 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Carrot, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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
Net-net, Thalasserry Market APMC posted this Carrot rate on 18 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.