Going by the latest APMC figures for 19 Aug 2026, Carrot was quoted at ₹5,500 per quintal in Anchal Market APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Carrot Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 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 10.3% above the period average and just 3.5% 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 Viruthachalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Vadaseri APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 5 Jowai APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Thuraiyur APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 12 Krishnagiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Carrot.
At ₹1,800 (20.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Carrot matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Carrot prices at Anchal Market APMC ranged between ₹3,800 and ₹5,700, with the average around ₹4,988. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,300 |
| 16 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,300 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,700 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 26 Jul | ₹5,300 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,300 |
| 25 Jul | ₹5,700 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,700 |
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
The day's best Carrot rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Anchal 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.