With the 18 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Carrot was quoted at ₹7,000 per quintal in Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Carrot today.
01What Put Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityCarrot (Pusakesar)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Here's where today's Carrot rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Carrot about 17.8% below the period average, and just 30.0% 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
Here's how Carrot rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tinsukia Market APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Harbartganj Daily Market APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 4 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,350 |
| 5 Ariyalur(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 6 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Gohana APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Carrot.
That ₹3,400 (51.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Carrot fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Carrot prices at Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹8,512. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
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
The headline Carrot rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
In a nutshell, Carrot was priced at this level in Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 18 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.