Turning to the 19 Aug 2026 APMC board, Carrot was quoted at ₹8,500 per quintal in Perundurai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Carrot Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 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 19.2% above the period average, and just 10.5% 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 19 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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
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 (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 Perundurai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,500 and ₹9,500, with the average around ₹7,133. 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 | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 16 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 15 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 11 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 10 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 08 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 02 Aug | ₹8,800 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,650 |
| 01 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,350 |
| 31 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
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 market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Perundurai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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.