With the 09 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Carrot was quoted at ₹7,100 per quintal in Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Carrot Rate
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₹9,200
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date09 Aug 2026
- CommodityCarrot (Pusakesar)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Carrot about 21.5% above the period average, and just 24.5% 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
Here's how Carrot rates stacked up across reporting markets on 09 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Carrot.
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 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,400 and ₹9,400, with the average around ₹5,843. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,100 |
| 08 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,100 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹6,900 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹6,900 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹6,900 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹6,900 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹6,800 |
| 02 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹4,600 | ₹6,600 |
| 01 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹4,600 | ₹6,600 |
| 31 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹8,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹6,800 |
| 28 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹4,400 | ₹6,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹6,300 |
| 26 Jul | ₹8,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹6,700 |
| 25 Jul | ₹8,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹6,700 |
| 24 Jul | ₹7,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹6,200 |
| 23 Jul | ₹7,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹6,200 |
| 22 Jul | ₹7,800 | ₹4,400 | ₹6,100 |
| 21 Jul | ₹7,600 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,800 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Carrot yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
The takeaway: Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Carrot at this level on 09 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.