Here's the 20 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Carrot was quoted at ₹1,325 per quintal in Maigalganj APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Carrot today.
01What's Behind Today's Carrot Price
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,350
- Lowest Price Today₹1,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,325
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityCarrot (Carrot)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Carrot rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Carrot is about 11.4% below the period average, sitting just 22.1% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Carrot rates across active mandis for 20 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Viruthachalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Piravam Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 4 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 5 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 6 Krishnagiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Carrot.
The ₹1,000 (11.1%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Carrot prices at Maigalganj APMC ranged between ₹1,140 and ₹1,700, with the average around ₹1,496. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹1,350 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,325 |
| 19 Aug | ₹1,350 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,325 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,380 | ₹1,340 | ₹1,360 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,385 | ₹1,340 | ₹1,360 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,395 | ₹1,350 | ₹1,370 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,395 | ₹1,350 | ₹1,375 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,360 | ₹1,380 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,360 | ₹1,380 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,415 | ₹1,380 | ₹1,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,420 | ₹1,380 | ₹1,400 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,420 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,410 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,430 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,415 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,430 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,415 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,430 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,415 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,440 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,420 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,440 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,420 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,440 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,420 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,480 | ₹1,440 | ₹1,460 |
| 25 Jul | ₹1,440 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,420 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,450 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,425 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Carrot today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Carrot stood at Maigalganj APMC on 20 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.