In the mandi rate roundup for 17 Aug 2026, Carrot was quoted at ₹8,750 per quintal in Perundurai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What Put Perundurai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityCarrot (Pusakesar)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Carrot about 39.7% above the period average, and just 7.9% 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 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kanjirappally Market APMC Leader | ₹11,800 |
| 2 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 3 Vadaseri APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 4 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹10,200 |
| 5 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 6 Viruthachalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 7 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 8 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 9 Manapparai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Krishnagiri(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.
A spread of ₹2,300 (24.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Carrot prices at Perundurai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹9,500, with the average around ₹6,262. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Nov | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Nov | ₹7,600 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,300 |
| 08 Nov | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 07 Nov | ₹4,800 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,600 |
| 06 Nov | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 05 Nov | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 04 Nov | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 03 Nov | ₹4,800 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,600 |
| 02 Nov | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 01 Nov | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 31 Oct | ₹4,600 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 30 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 29 Oct | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 28 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 27 Oct | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 26 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 25 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,600 |
| 24 Oct | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 23 Oct | ₹4,600 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 22 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
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
Before carting Carrot to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Perundurai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Carrot at this level on 17 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.