Looking at how the yards traded on 19 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹14,000 per quintal in PMY Kather Solan APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Garlic yard so you can see where this one falls.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Garlic Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Garlic arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹20,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹14,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (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.
At this level, Garlic is about 18.2% 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
This table ranks Garlic rates across active mandis for 19 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹30,500 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 3 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 5 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 6 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 7 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 10 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 11 Medavakkam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 12 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
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.
The ₹6,500 (27.1%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at PMY Kather Solan APMC ranged between ₹600 and ₹22,000, with the average around ₹11,841. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 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 |
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 Garlic yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Garlic stood at PMY Kather Solan APMC on 19 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.