In the mandi rate roundup for 08 Aug 2026, Carrot was quoted at ₹8,000 per quintal in Viruthachalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What Put Viruthachalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date08 Aug 2026
- CommodityCarrot (Pusakesar)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Carrot about 1.1% above the period average, and just 20.0% 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 08 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,250 |
| 2 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹10,800 |
| 3 Vadaseri APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 4 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 5 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 6 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 7 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 8 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 9 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 10 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 11 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 12 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,600 |
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 ₹1,650 (17.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Carrot prices at Viruthachalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹7,913. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 26 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
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
The day's best Carrot rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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
The takeaway: Viruthachalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Carrot at this level on 08 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.