In the day's wholesale-price digest for 16 Aug 2026, Carrot was quoted at ₹6,500 per quintal in Pala Market APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Carrot today.
01What's Behind Today's Carrot Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,800
- Lowest Price Today₹6,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 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.
At this level, Carrot is about 8.2% below the period average, sitting just 18.8% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Carrot rates across the markets that reported on 16 Aug 2026, so you can see where Pala Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,500 |
| 2 Vadaseri APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 3 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Mayiladuthurai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 6 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 7 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 8 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 9 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Thuraiyur APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
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.
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.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Carrot prices at Pala Market APMC ranged between ₹6,200 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹7,083. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹6,800 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹6,800 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,800 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,800 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 28 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹6,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 22 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹6,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 21 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹6,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 19 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹6,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 18 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹6,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 17 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹6,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 14 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,200 |
| 12 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,200 |
| 08 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,200 |
| 03 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,200 |
| 01 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 29 Jun | ₹8,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 26 Jun | ₹8,000 | ₹6,300 | ₹7,200 |
| 24 Jun | ₹8,000 | ₹6,300 | ₹7,200 |
| 22 Jun | ₹8,000 | ₹6,300 | ₹7,200 |
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
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Carrot rate at Pala Market APMC on 16 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.