Looking at how the yards traded on 17 Aug 2026, Carrot was quoted at ₹8,200 per quintal in Kottayam Market APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Carrot today.
01What Put Kottayam Market APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,400
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 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 11.0% above the period average — just 14.6% 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 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,500 |
| 2 Vadaseri APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 3 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹10,200 |
| 4 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 6 Viruthachalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 7 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 8 Paramathivelur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Krishnagiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Kariyapatti(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.
At ₹1,000 (10.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Carrot matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Carrot prices at Kottayam Market APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹9,600, with the average around ₹7,386. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 08 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,200 | ₹9,400 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,200 | ₹9,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹9,400 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,200 |
| 01 Aug | ₹9,400 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,200 |
| 24 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,800 |
| 23 Jul | ₹7,400 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 22 Jul | ₹7,400 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 21 Jul | ₹7,600 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,400 |
| 18 Jul | ₹6,600 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,400 |
| 16 Jul | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 15 Jul | ₹6,600 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,400 |
| 07 Jul | ₹6,600 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,400 |
| 06 Jul | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 03 Jul | ₹7,100 | ₹6,700 | ₹6,900 |
| 30 Jun | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 27 Jun | ₹6,600 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,400 |
| 25 Jun | ₹6,600 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,400 |
| 19 Jun | ₹7,200 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
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
For Carrot, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
In short, Carrot changed hands at this rate in Kottayam Market APMC on 17 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.