Across the reporting yards on 18 Sep 2026, Carrot was quoted at ₹5,650 per quintal in Perundurai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Carrot today.
01What's Behind Today's Carrot Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,800
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,650
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityCarrot (Pusakesar)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 18.4% below the period average and just 40.5% 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 18 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Parimpore Srinagar (F&V) APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 3 Cherthala Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 4 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 7 Kumarapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 8 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 9 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 10 Piravam Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Ariyalur(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
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 ₹2,000 (26.7%) 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 ₹5,000 and ₹9,500, with the average around ₹6,922. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,650 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,650 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,650 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,650 |
| 14 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 13 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,650 |
| 12 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 11 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 09 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 08 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 07 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 06 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 05 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 04 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 03 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 02 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 01 Sep | ₹6,800 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,650 |
| 31 Aug | ₹6,800 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,650 |
| 30 Aug | ₹6,800 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,650 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Perundurai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Carrot rate on 18 Sep 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.