Here's the 11 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Garlic was quoted at ₹8,000 per quintal in SMY Bhuntar APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Garlic Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹11,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date11 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Garlic rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Garlic is about 19.7% below the period average — just 60.0% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Garlic rates stacked up across reporting markets on 11 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹31,000 |
| 2 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹30,500 |
| 3 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,500 |
| 4 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 5 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 6 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 7 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 11 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Medavakkam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
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.
A spread of ₹6,000 (24.0%) 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 Bhuntar APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹20,000, with the average around ₹9,964. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹13,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹14,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹10,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 26 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 19 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹13,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹8,000 |
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
Selling Garlic well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, SMY Bhuntar APMC logged this Garlic rate on 11 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.