As the 20 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Carrot was quoted at ₹7,450 per quintal in Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Carrot Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,500
- Lowest Price Today₹6,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,450
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityCarrot (Pusakesar)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 5.2% above the period average and just 29.0% 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 20 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Piravam Market APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Viruthachalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 4 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 5 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 6 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 7 Krishnagiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Jowai APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Kallakurichi(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.
At ₹1,000 (11.1%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Carrot matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Carrot prices at Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹10,500, with the average around ₹7,080. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹6,400 | ₹7,450 |
| 20 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹6,400 | ₹7,450 |
| 19 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹6,400 | ₹7,450 |
| 18 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹6,400 | ₹7,450 |
| 17 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹6,400 | ₹7,450 |
| 16 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹6,400 | ₹7,450 |
| 15 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹6,400 | ₹7,450 |
| 14 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,850 |
| 13 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹6,400 | ₹7,450 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹6,400 | ₹7,450 |
| 09 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹6,400 | ₹7,950 |
| 08 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹6,400 | ₹7,950 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹6,400 | ₹7,950 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,400 | ₹6,600 | ₹8,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹6,400 | ₹7,700 |
| 04 Aug | ₹10,500 | ₹6,400 | ₹8,450 |
| 03 Aug | ₹10,500 | ₹6,400 | ₹8,450 |
| 02 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹6,400 | ₹7,450 |
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 headline Carrot rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 20 Aug 2026, Carrot traded at this rate in Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.