Here's the 31 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Carrot was quoted at ₹7,400 per quintal in Kottayam Market APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What's Behind Today's Carrot Price
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,600
- Lowest Price Today₹7,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityCarrot (Carrot)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Carrot is about 0.7% below the period average — just 22.9% 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
Here's how Carrot rates stacked up across reporting markets on 31 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Harbartganj Daily Market APMC Leader | ₹11,500 |
| 2 Peravurani(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 6 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 7 Paramathivelur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 8 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Piravam Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Krishnagiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 12 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,200 |
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.
That ₹3,300 (40.2%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Carrot fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Carrot prices at Kottayam Market APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹9,600, with the average around ₹7,450. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,400 |
| 25 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,400 |
| 21 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,600 |
| 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 |
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
Before carting Carrot to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Kottayam Market APMC logged this Carrot rate on 31 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.