With the 04 Sep 2026 auctions now in, Carrot was quoted at ₹6,600 per quintal in Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
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₹7,200
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date04 Sep 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.
Today's rate is about 16.3% below the period average and just 38.9% 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 04 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Viruthachalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,000 |
| 2 Paramathivelur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 3 Mayiladuthurai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Harippad Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 7 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 8 Vadaseri APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 9 Kumarapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 10 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 11 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 12 Ariyalur(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹7,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Carrot.
That ₹1,500 (20.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Carrot fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
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 ₹7,888. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,600 |
| 03 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,600 |
| 02 Sep | ₹8,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 01 Sep | ₹8,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 31 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,900 |
| 30 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 28 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,800 |
| 26 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,700 |
| 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 |
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
For Carrot, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 04 Sep 2026, Carrot traded at this rate in Papanasam(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.