In the latest market update for 21 Aug 2026, Carrot was quoted at ₹8,400 per quintal in KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put KKNagar(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₹8,400
- Lowest Price Today₹8,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityCarrot (Pusakesar)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 2.0% above the period average, sitting just 23.6% 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
This table ranks Carrot rates across active mandis for 21 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thrippunithura Market APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Piravam Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 4 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 5 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 6 Santar Bazaar APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 7 Krishnagiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 9 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Paramathivelur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Manjeswaram Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Carrot.
At ₹1,000 (11.1%), 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 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹6,400 and ₹11,000, with the average around ₹8,232. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 |
| 20 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹8,600 | ₹8,600 |
| 19 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹9,400 | ₹9,400 | ₹9,400 |
| 17 Aug | ₹9,400 | ₹9,400 | ₹9,400 |
| 16 Aug | ₹9,400 | ₹9,400 | ₹9,400 |
| 15 Aug | ₹9,400 | ₹9,400 | ₹9,400 |
| 14 Aug | ₹9,400 | ₹9,400 | ₹9,400 |
| 13 Aug | ₹9,400 | ₹9,400 | ₹9,400 |
| 12 Aug | ₹9,400 | ₹9,400 | ₹9,400 |
| 11 Aug | ₹9,400 | ₹9,400 | ₹9,400 |
| 10 Aug | ₹9,400 | ₹9,400 | ₹9,400 |
| 09 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹9,400 | ₹9,400 | ₹9,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,400 | ₹9,400 | ₹9,400 |
| 06 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹9,400 | ₹9,400 | ₹9,400 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Carrot, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Carrot stood at KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 21 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.