From today's trading desk on 23 Aug 2026, Carrot was quoted at ₹6,750 per quintal in Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Carrot Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Carrot arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,200
- Lowest Price Today₹6,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 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.
Right now Carrot is about 5.1% below the period average — just 36.9% 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 23 Aug 2026, so you can see where Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Piravam Market APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 5 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 7 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 8 Aroor Market APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 9 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Manapparai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Carrot.
At ₹2,000 (22.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Carrot matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Carrot prices at Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹10,700, with the average around ₹7,115. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,650 |
| 23 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,750 |
| 22 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,600 |
| 21 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,600 |
| 20 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,600 |
| 19 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,850 |
| 18 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,700 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,850 |
| 16 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,600 |
| 15 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,850 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,600 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,600 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,850 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,600 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,750 |
| 09 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,600 | ₹7,050 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,300 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,300 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,600 | ₹7,050 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,300 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,300 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Carrot rate on 23 Aug 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.