In the mandi rate roundup for 20 Oct 2026, Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Carrot, clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,000 per quintal. That put it ahead of the rest of the markets we track, drawing the eye of farmers and buyers alike.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Carrot Rate
Topping the board usually reflects steady trade through the day rather than a single outlier deal.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 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 0.6% below the period average and just 20.0% 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
The table below lines up Carrot rates across the markets that reported on 20 Oct 2026, so you can see where Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹8,000 |
| 2 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 5 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 7 Krishnagiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 9 Gingee(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Tiruthani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Kaveripattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
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 ₹2,000 (33.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Carrot matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Carrot prices at Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹8,050. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 19 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 18 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 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 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
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
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 20 Oct 2026, Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC set the pace for Carrot. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.