Across the reporting yards on 22 Aug 2026, Carrot was quoted at ₹7,450 per quintal in Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Carrot Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,600
- Lowest Price Today₹7,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,450
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Aug 2026
- CommodityCarrot (Pusakesar)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Carrot rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 2.5% below the period average and just 19.0% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Carrot rates across active mandis for 22 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Cherthala Market APMC Leader | ₹10,001 |
| 2 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 6 Chavakkad Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 7 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 9 Thuraiyur APMC | ₹9,050 |
| 10 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Manachanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
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.
A spread of ₹1,001 (11.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Carrot prices at Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,500 and ₹9,200, with the average around ₹7,638. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,450 |
| 21 Aug | ₹7,400 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 20 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,450 |
| 19 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,550 |
| 18 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,600 |
| 17 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 16 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 15 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,600 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 09 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 08 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 06 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,600 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,600 |
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
Going to the top Carrot market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Carrot rate on 22 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.