In the mandi rate roundup for 18 Aug 2026, Carrot was quoted at ₹8,700 per quintal in Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Carrot today.
01What Put Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityCarrot (Pusakesar)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 30.5% above the period average and just 13.0% 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
Here's how Carrot rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thrippunithura Market APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹10,800 |
| 3 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Viruthachalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 6 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 7 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 8 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 9 Jowai APMC | ₹9,530 |
| 10 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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.
The ₹1,500 (15.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Carrot prices at Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹6,669. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,700 |
| 17 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹7,400 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,350 |
| 15 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,150 |
| 14 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,700 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,700 |
| 12 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,700 |
| 11 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,400 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,300 |
| 09 Aug | ₹7,400 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,350 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 06 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 02 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,600 |
| 01 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,700 | ₹6,850 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
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 headline Carrot rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Aug 2026, Carrot traded at this rate in Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.