In the latest market update for 19 Aug 2026, Carrot was quoted at ₹8,000 per quintal in Kottayam Market APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Carrot markets in the table that follows.
01What's Behind Today's Carrot Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,200
- Lowest Price Today₹7,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityCarrot (Carrot)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Carrot is about 7.4% above the period average — just 16.7% 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 19 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Viruthachalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Vadaseri APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 4 Thuraiyur APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Manapparai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 9 Paramathivelur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Manachanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
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 ₹1,000 (11.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Carrot prices at Kottayam Market APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹9,600, with the average around ₹7,448. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 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 |
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
In short, Carrot changed hands at this rate in Kottayam Market APMC on 19 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.