In the mandi rate roundup for 20 Oct 2026, Carrot was quoted at ₹7,600 per quintal in Chelakkara Market APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Carrot Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,800
- Lowest Price Today₹7,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 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.
Today's rate is about 0.2% below the period average and just 15.6% 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
This table ranks Carrot rates across active mandis for 20 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹8,000 |
| 2 Tinsukia Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Chelakkara Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 4 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 7 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 9 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Krishnagiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,250 |
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.
The ₹1,750 (28.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
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 ₹7,614. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹7,800 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,600 |
| 16 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,400 |
| 15 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,400 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,800 | ₹7,900 |
| 12 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 24 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,400 |
| 23 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,800 | ₹7,900 |
| 22 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 21 Sep | ₹7,800 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,600 |
| 20 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,800 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,600 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,800 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,400 |
| 12 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 10 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,800 | ₹7,900 |
| 09 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,800 | ₹7,900 |
| 08 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,800 | ₹7,900 |
| 07 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,100 |
| 02 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,800 | ₹7,900 |
| 01 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
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
Selling Carrot well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 20 Oct 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.