In today's crop-price rundown for 18 Aug 2026, Carrot was quoted at ₹9,250 per quintal in Vadaseri APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Carrot yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What's Behind Today's Carrot Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,500
- Lowest Price Today₹9,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityCarrot (Pusakesar)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Carrot rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Carrot about 3.2% above the period average, and just 26.0% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Carrot rates across the markets that reported on 18 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 Thrippunithura Market APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹10,800 |
| 3 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Viruthachalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 6 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 7 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 8 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 9 Jowai APMC | ₹9,530 |
| 10 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
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.
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 Vadaseri APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹12,500, with the average around ₹8,963. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,750 |
| 18 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 17 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹11,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,250 |
| 12 Aug | ₹11,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,250 |
| 11 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹11,500 | ₹10,500 | ₹11,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹12,500 | ₹11,500 | ₹12,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹10,800 | ₹9,800 | ₹10,300 |
| 03 Aug | ₹10,800 | ₹9,800 | ₹10,300 |
| 02 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 31 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
Farmers comparing Carrot rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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
In a nutshell, Carrot was priced at this level in Vadaseri APMC on 18 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.