Pulling together the 17 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Carrot was quoted at ₹10,500 per quintal in Vadaseri APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Vadaseri APMC on Top Today
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹11,000
- Lowest Price Today₹10,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹10,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 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 25.4% above the period average — just 16.0% 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 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Vadaseri APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kanjirappally Market APMC Leader | ₹11,800 |
| 2 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 3 Vadaseri APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 4 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹10,200 |
| 5 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 6 Viruthachalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 7 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 8 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 9 Manapparai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Tuticorin(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 ₹2,300 (24.2%) 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 Vadaseri APMC ranged between ₹5,500 and ₹12,500, with the average around ₹8,373. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 25 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 20 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 19 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 18 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 16 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 14 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 13 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 12 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 11 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 09 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 08 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
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
Going to the top Carrot market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In short, Carrot changed hands at this rate in Vadaseri APMC on 17 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.