With the 17 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Carrot was quoted at ₹6,000 per quintal in Shillong APMC. This is one of several Carrot rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What Put Shillong APMC on Top Today
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₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityCarrot (New Kuroda)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Carrot rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 14.3% above the period average and just 14.3% 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
The table below lines up Carrot rates across the markets that reported on 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Shillong 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 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹10,200 |
| 4 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 6 Viruthachalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 7 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 8 Paramathivelur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Krishnagiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Kariyapatti(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.
The ₹1,000 (10.5%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Carrot prices at Shillong APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹5,250. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
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
Farmers comparing Carrot rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Aug 2026, Carrot traded at this rate in Shillong 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.