Based on what the markets reported on 18 Aug 2026, Carrot was quoted at ₹8,250 per quintal in Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Carrot yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What Put Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,500
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,250
- 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.
At this level, Carrot is about 4.6% above the period average, sitting just 23.6% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
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 Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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 distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Carrot.
The ₹1,500 (15.8%) 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 Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹10,800, with the average around ₹7,885. 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 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 18 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 17 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 15 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 14 Aug | ₹10,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,250 |
| 13 Aug | ₹10,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,250 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 11 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹10,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 09 Aug | ₹10,800 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,650 |
| 08 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,250 |
| 06 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹10,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,750 |
| 04 Aug | ₹10,800 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 02 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 01 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 31 Jul | ₹10,800 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,650 |
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 day's best Carrot rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Carrot rate at Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 18 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.