From today's trading desk on 17 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹14,000 per quintal in PMY Kather Solan APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What Put PMY Kather Solan APMC on Top Today
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹18,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹14,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 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.
At this level, Garlic is about 18.8% above the period average, sitting just 36.4% 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 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where PMY Kather Solan APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹30,500 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 3 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 5 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 6 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 7 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 11 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 12 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Garlic.
That ₹4,500 (17.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Garlic fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at PMY Kather Solan APMC ranged between ₹600 and ₹22,000, with the average around ₹11,786. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹19,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹18,500 | ₹600 | ₹12,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹18,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹12,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹21,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹12,000 |
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
Farmers comparing Garlic rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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
All told, this is where Garlic stood at PMY Kather Solan APMC on 17 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.