With the 14 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Carrot was quoted at ₹7,000 per quintal in Ariyalur(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Carrot Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,500
- Lowest Price Today₹6,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Aug 2026
- CommodityCarrot (Pusakesar)
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.
This puts Carrot about 5.1% above the period average, and just 12.5% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Carrot rates across active mandis for 14 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,750 |
| 2 Vadaseri APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 3 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 4 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 5 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹10,400 |
| 6 Paramathivelur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,400 |
| 7 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,250 |
| 8 Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,250 |
| 9 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,200 |
| 10 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹10,200 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 12 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
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.
At ₹750 (7.5%), 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 Ariyalur(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC ranged between ₹4,500 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹6,662. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 19 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 18 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 17 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 16 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 15 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 14 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 13 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 09 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 08 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 07 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 04 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,750 |
| 03 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 02 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Carrot yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
The takeaway: Ariyalur(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC reported Carrot at this level on 14 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.