With the 19 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Carrot was quoted at ₹8,250 per quintal in Udumalpet APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Udumalpet APMC on Top Today
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,500
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityCarrot (Pusakesar)
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.
This puts Carrot about 3.9% below the period average, and just 28.3% 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
Here's how Carrot rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Viruthachalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Vadaseri APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 4 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Thuraiyur APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 10 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Manapparai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
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 ₹1,000 (11.1%), 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 Udumalpet APMC ranged between ₹6,500 and ₹11,500, with the average around ₹8,583. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 18 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹10,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,250 |
| 12 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹11,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,750 |
| 09 Aug | ₹11,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,750 |
| 08 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹10,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,750 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,800 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹11,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,750 |
| 04 Aug | ₹11,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,750 |
| 03 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,750 |
| 02 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹11,500 | ₹10,500 | ₹11,000 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Carrot today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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: Udumalpet APMC reported Carrot at this level on 19 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.