With the 28 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Carrot was quoted at ₹5,650 per quintal in Periyakulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. See where this sits in the day's Carrot range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What's Behind Today's Carrot Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,800
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,650
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 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.
This puts Carrot about 20.6% below the period average, and just 43.5% 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
This table ranks Carrot rates across active mandis for 28 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,100 |
| 2 Peravurani(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 4 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 5 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 6 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 7 Edapadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 8 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 9 Manapparai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 10 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 11 Paramathivelur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 12 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
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.
That ₹600 (7.1%) 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 Periyakulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,800 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹7,114. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,650 |
| 27 Aug | ₹6,800 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,600 |
| 26 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
| 25 Aug | ₹6,800 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,400 |
| 24 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 23 Aug | ₹6,800 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,600 |
| 21 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 20 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 19 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 17 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 16 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,800 | ₹8,800 | ₹8,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 09 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹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
Farmers comparing Carrot rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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
In a nutshell, Carrot was priced at this level in Periyakulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 28 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.