In the latest market update for 17 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹14,000 per quintal in MAC F&V Market Narwal Jammu APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Garlic today.
01What Put MAC F&V Market Narwal Jammu APMC on Top Today
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹16,000
- Lowest Price Today₹12,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹14,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (New Medium)
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 6.5% below the period average, sitting just 30.0% 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
This table ranks Garlic rates across active mandis for 17 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 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 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.
The ₹4,500 (17.3%) 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 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Garlic prices at MAC F&V Market Narwal Jammu APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹20,000, with the average around ₹14,971. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹14,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,500 |
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
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 MAC F&V Market Narwal Jammu 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.