Based on what the markets reported on 19 Aug 2026, Carrot was quoted at ₹9,750 per quintal in Vadaseri APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Carrot markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Carrot Rate
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₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹9,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityCarrot (Pusakesar)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Carrot is about 8.8% above the period average — just 22.0% 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 19 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 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Viruthachalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Vadaseri APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 4 Thuraiyur APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Manapparai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 9 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Paramathivelur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Manachanallur(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.
The ₹1,000 (11.1%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
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. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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
Before carting Carrot to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In short, Carrot changed hands at this rate in Vadaseri APMC on 19 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.