As the 19 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Carrot was quoted at ₹9,000 per quintal in Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Carrot today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Carrot Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,600
- Lowest Price Today₹8,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 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 13.1% above the period average and just 16.7% 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
Here's how Carrot rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kanjirappally Market APMC Leader | ₹10,800 |
| 2 Viruthachalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Vadaseri APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 5 Jowai APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Thuraiyur APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 12 Krishnagiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
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.
At ₹1,800 (20.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Carrot matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Carrot prices at Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,400 and ₹10,800, with the average around ₹7,959. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹10,800 | ₹8,400 | ₹9,600 |
| 19 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹8,400 | ₹9,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹10,800 | ₹8,400 | ₹9,600 |
| 17 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,700 |
| 16 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹8,400 | ₹9,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹10,200 | ₹8,400 | ₹9,300 |
| 14 Aug | ₹10,800 | ₹8,400 | ₹9,600 |
| 13 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹8,400 | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹10,200 | ₹8,400 | ₹9,300 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹7,200 | ₹8,400 |
| 09 Aug | ₹10,200 | ₹8,400 | ₹9,300 |
| 08 Aug | ₹10,800 | ₹8,400 | ₹9,600 |
| 07 Aug | ₹10,800 | ₹9,600 | ₹10,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹10,800 | ₹8,400 | ₹9,600 |
| 05 Aug | ₹10,200 | ₹8,400 | ₹9,300 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹7,200 | ₹8,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹7,200 | ₹8,400 |
| 02 Aug | ₹10,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹8,700 |
| 01 Aug | ₹10,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹8,700 |
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
When picking where to sell Carrot, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 19 Aug 2026, Carrot traded at this rate in Kumbakonam (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.