Going by the latest APMC figures for 18 Aug 2026, Carrot was quoted at ₹8,200 per quintal in Kottayam Market APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Kottayam Market APMC on Top Today
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,400
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityCarrot (Carrot)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Carrot about 10.5% above the period average, and just 14.6% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
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 Viruthachalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 6 Kallakurichi(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 Krishnagiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Thuraiyur 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.
At ₹1,500 (15.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Carrot matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Carrot prices at Kottayam Market APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹9,600, with the average around ₹7,423. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 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 |
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 headline Carrot rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Carrot was priced at this level in Kottayam Market APMC on 18 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.