Going by the latest APMC figures for 23 Aug 2026, Carrot was quoted at ₹8,800 per quintal in Chelakkara Market APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Carrot Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Aug 2026
- CommodityCarrot (Carrot)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 16.1% above the period average and just 2.2% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Carrot rates stacked up across reporting markets on 23 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Piravam Market APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 5 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 7 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 8 Aroor Market APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 9 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Manapparai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Lalgudi(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 ₹2,000 (22.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Carrot prices at Chelakkara Market APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹7,578. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,800 |
| 21 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 20 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 19 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,400 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,400 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,600 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,600 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,600 |
| 01 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,400 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,800 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,600 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,800 | ₹7,900 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,300 |
| 22 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,400 |
| 21 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,300 |
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
When picking where to sell Carrot, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
Bottom line: on 23 Aug 2026, Carrot traded at this rate in Chelakkara Market APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.