In the mandi rate roundup for 15 Aug 2026, Carrot was quoted at ₹5,500 per quintal in Polur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
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
- Date15 Aug 2026
- CommodityCarrot (Pusakesar)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 16.8% 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
The table below lines up Carrot rates across the markets that reported on 15 Aug 2026, so you can see where Polur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadaseri APMC Leader | ₹10,500 |
| 2 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 3 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 4 Piravam Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 6 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 7 Ammapet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 8 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 9 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 10 Thuraiyur APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Krishnagiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Udumalpet 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.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Carrot prices at Polur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹8,400, with the average around ₹6,609. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,600 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,600 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,850 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,700 |
| 09 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,600 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,600 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,600 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,600 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,600 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,600 |
| 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 | ₹7,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,600 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,600 |
| 27 Jul | ₹8,400 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,700 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Polur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Carrot at this level on 15 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.