As the 15 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Carrot was quoted at ₹9,500 per quintal in Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Carrot yards.
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₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹9,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Aug 2026
- CommodityCarrot (Pusakesar)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Carrot rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 15.8% above the period average and just 20.8% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Carrot rates across active mandis for 15 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadaseri APMC Leader | ₹10,500 |
| 2 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 3 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 4 Piravam Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 6 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 7 Ammapet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 8 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 9 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 10 Thuraiyur APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Krishnagiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Udumalpet APMC | ₹9,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹1,000 (10.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Carrot prices at Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹6,500 and ₹12,000, with the average around ₹8,207. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 11 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 10 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹11,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,250 |
| 08 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 07 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹10,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,250 |
| 04 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 02 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 01 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 29 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 27 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Carrot yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Carrot rate on 15 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.