Here's the 18 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Carrot was quoted at ₹1,300 per quintal in Ludhiana APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Carrot Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,700
- Lowest Price Today₹1,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityCarrot (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Carrot is about 4.8% below the period average — just 48.0% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Carrot rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thrippunithura Market APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹10,800 |
| 3 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Viruthachalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 6 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 7 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 8 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 9 Jowai APMC | ₹9,530 |
| 10 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Jameenrayapettai(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.
At ₹1,500 (15.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Carrot matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Carrot prices at Ludhiana APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹1,365. 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 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,300 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,300 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,300 |
| 15 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,300 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,300 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,300 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,200 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,200 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,200 |
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
Before carting Carrot to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Ludhiana APMC logged this Carrot rate on 18 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.