With the 16 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Carrot was quoted at ₹5,500 per quintal in Arani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Carrot Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityCarrot (Pusakesar)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Carrot rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Carrot about 17.8% below the period average, and just 34.5% 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 16 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,500 |
| 2 Vadaseri APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 3 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Mayiladuthurai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 6 Piravam Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 7 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 8 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 9 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 10 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Carrot.
That ₹1,000 (10.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Carrot fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Carrot prices at Arani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹8,400, with the average around ₹6,689. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,600 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,600 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,700 |
| 09 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,700 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,400 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,700 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,400 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,800 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
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
The day's best Carrot rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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
The takeaway: Arani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Carrot at this level on 16 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.