In the latest market update for 19 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹14,000 per quintal in MAC F&V Market Narwal Jammu APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Garlic Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹16,000
- Lowest Price Today₹12,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹14,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (New Medium)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Garlic is about 5.8% 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
The table below lines up Garlic rates across the markets that reported on 19 Aug 2026, so you can see where MAC F&V Market Narwal Jammu 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 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
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.
That ₹6,500 (27.1%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Garlic fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
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 ₹14,868. 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 | ₹16,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Garlic, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Garlic stood at MAC F&V Market Narwal Jammu 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.