Looking at how the yards traded on 09 Aug 2026, Carrot was quoted at ₹9,600 per quintal in Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. This is one of several Carrot rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What's Behind Today's Carrot Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,800
- Lowest Price Today₹8,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date09 Aug 2026
- CommodityCarrot (Pusakesar)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Carrot is about 25.1% above the period average, sitting just 11.1% 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 09 Aug 2026, so you can see where Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,500 |
| 2 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,250 |
| 3 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 4 Hasthampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 5 Ammapet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 6 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 7 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 8 Udumalpet APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 9 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 10 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 11 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 12 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
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 ₹1,000 (9.5%), 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 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,400 and ₹10,800, with the average around ₹7,671. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹8,400 | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹7,200 | ₹8,400 |
| 09 Aug | ₹10,800 | ₹8,400 | ₹9,600 |
| 08 Aug | ₹10,800 | ₹8,400 | ₹9,600 |
| 07 Aug | ₹10,800 | ₹9,600 | ₹10,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹10,200 | ₹8,400 | ₹9,300 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹7,200 | ₹8,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹9,600 | ₹7,200 | ₹8,400 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,600 | ₹7,200 | ₹8,400 |
| 29 Jul | ₹10,200 | ₹8,400 | ₹9,300 |
| 28 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹10,800 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,900 |
| 24 Jul | ₹8,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 23 Jul | ₹8,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 22 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹9,600 | ₹7,200 | ₹8,400 |
| 19 Jul | ₹7,800 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,900 |
| 18 Jul | ₹7,800 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,900 |
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 often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Carrot stood at Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 09 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.