Turning to the 18 Aug 2026 APMC board, Carrot was quoted at ₹8,200 per quintal in Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Carrot markets.
01What's Behind Today's Carrot Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,600
- Lowest Price Today₹7,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityCarrot (Pusakesar)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 11.7% above the period average and just 18.0% 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
Here's how Carrot rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thrippunithura Market APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Viruthachalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 6 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 7 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 8 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Thuraiyur APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Krishnagiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Carrot.
That ₹1,500 (15.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Carrot fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Carrot prices at Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹7,338. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,200 |
| 17 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 16 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,800 | ₹7,900 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,400 |
| 02 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹9,600 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,300 |
| 30 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
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
When picking where to sell Carrot, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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, Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Carrot rate on 18 Aug 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.