Looking at how the yards traded on 23 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹12,000 per quintal in SMY Bhuntar APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Garlic yards.
01What's Behind Today's Garlic Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹14,000
- Lowest Price Today₹10,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Garlic is about 15.1% above the period average, sitting just 40.0% 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
The table below lines up Garlic rates across the markets that reported on 23 Aug 2026, so you can see where SMY Bhuntar APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,000 |
| 2 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 3 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 4 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 5 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 6 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹24,250 |
| 7 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 8 Andipatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 9 Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 10 Arani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 11 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 12 Avallapalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
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 ₹6,000 (26.1%) 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 ₹10,430. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 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 |
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
When picking where to sell Garlic, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Garlic rate at SMY Bhuntar APMC on 23 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.