In the mandi rate roundup for 19 Aug 2026, Carrot was quoted at ₹5,800 per quintal in Chala Market APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
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₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityCarrot (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Carrot rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 11.4% above the period average and just 12.1% 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 19 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kanjirappally Market APMC Leader | ₹10,800 |
| 2 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Viruthachalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Vadaseri APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 5 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Jowai APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Thuraiyur APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 12 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Carrot.
A spread of ₹1,800 (20.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Carrot prices at Chala Market APMC ranged between ₹4,500 and ₹6,600, with the average around ₹5,207. 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 | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 18 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,300 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,900 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 22 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 16 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 15 Jul | ₹4,600 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 19 Aug 2026, Carrot traded at this rate in Chala 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.