Going by the latest APMC figures for 16 Aug 2026, Carrot was quoted at ₹9,250 per quintal in Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Carrot Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,500
- Lowest Price Today₹9,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityCarrot (Pusakesar)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Carrot rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 7.7% above the period average and just 22.9% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Carrot rates across the markets that reported on 16 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Thuraiyur APMC | ₹9,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
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 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹6,500 and ₹12,000, with the average around ₹8,590. 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 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 16 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 15 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 14 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 12 Aug | ₹10,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,250 |
| 11 Aug | ₹10,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,250 |
| 10 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,750 |
| 08 Aug | ₹11,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,250 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 06 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹11,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,250 |
| 04 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,750 |
| 02 Aug | ₹10,500 | ₹10,200 | ₹10,350 |
| 01 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,750 |
| 31 Jul | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 29 Jul | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,250 |
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
Before carting Carrot to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Carrot rate on 16 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.