Reading today's price tape for 12 Oct 2026, Carrot was quoted at ₹3,500 per quintal in Padappai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Carrot Rate
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityCarrot (Pusakesar)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Carrot is about 39.2% below the period average — just 65.0% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Carrot rates across the markets that reported on 12 Oct 2026, so you can see where Padappai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Jowai APMC Leader | ₹10,500 |
| 2 Tinsukia Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,050 |
| 4 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Santar Bazaar APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Gunpur APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Manjeswaram Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Chelakkara Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 11 Gingee(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Gohana APMC | ₹7,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹3,500 (50.0%) 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 Padappai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹5,760. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 06 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 05 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 01 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,250 |
| 21 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹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
Aim for the best-paying Carrot yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
To wrap up, Padappai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Carrot rate on 12 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.