As fresh arrivals settled on 18 Oct 2026, Carrot was quoted at ₹4,400 per quintal in Jhargram APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Carrot today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Carrot Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityCarrot (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 29.3% above the period average and just 15.4% 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 18 Oct 2026, so you can see where Jhargram APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tinsukia Market APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Harbartganj Daily Market APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 4 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,350 |
| 5 Ariyalur(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 6 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Gohana APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹6,700 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
That ₹3,300 (49.3%) 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 Jhargram APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹5,200, with the average around ₹3,403. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,400 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,300 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,200 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,400 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 19 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,600 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,300 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,100 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,600 |
| 06 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 03 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Carrot yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
Net-net, Jhargram APMC posted this Carrot rate on 18 Oct 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.