In the day's wholesale-price digest for 03 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹17,500 per quintal in SMY Palampur APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put SMY Palampur APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹20,000
- Lowest Price Today₹15,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹17,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date03 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Average)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Garlic rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Garlic is about 16.6% above the period average, sitting just 20.5% 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 Garlic rates across active mandis for 03 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹34,000 |
| 2 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹32,000 |
| 3 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹31,000 |
| 4 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹30,500 |
| 5 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 6 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 7 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 8 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 9 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 11 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 12 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹7,500 (28.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at SMY Palampur APMC ranged between ₹10,000 and ₹22,000, with the average around ₹15,010. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹19,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 16 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 15 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 14 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 13 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
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
For Garlic, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Garlic rate at SMY Palampur APMC on 03 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.