In the mandi rate roundup for 24 Aug 2026, Carrot was quoted at ₹9,000 per quintal in Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What Put Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,600
- Lowest Price Today₹8,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 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.
This puts Carrot about 12.9% above the period average, and just 16.7% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Carrot rates stacked up across reporting markets on 24 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Aroor Market APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 3 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 4 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Neeleswaram Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 10 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Jowai 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.
The ₹2,000 (22.2%) 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 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,400 and ₹10,800, with the average around ₹7,975. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹8,400 | ₹9,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹8,400 | ₹9,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹10,200 | ₹8,400 | ₹9,300 |
| 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 | ₹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 | ₹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 |
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
Before carting Carrot to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach 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
The takeaway: Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Carrot at this level on 24 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.