In the latest market update for 17 Aug 2026, Carrot was quoted at ₹10,000 per quintal in Viruthachalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Carrot Rate
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹10,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹10,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 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.
Right now Carrot is about 23.9% above the period average — right at 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
This table ranks Carrot rates across active mandis for 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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.
At ₹1,000 (10.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Carrot matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Carrot prices at Viruthachalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹8,074. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 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 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Carrot changed hands at this rate in Viruthachalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 17 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.