In today's crop-price rundown for 17 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹13,000 per quintal in Bengaluru APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What Put Bengaluru APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹25,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹13,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 5.5% below the period average and just 48.0% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
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 Bengaluru 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 Kamthi APMC | ₹28,550 |
| 4 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 5 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 6 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 7 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 8 Thathakapatti(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 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
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 ₹4,000 (15.1%) 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 Bengaluru APMC ranged between ₹6,500 and ₹25,000, with the average around ₹13,762. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹13,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹13,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹13,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹13,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹25,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹25,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹25,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹25,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹25,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹25,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹25,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹25,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹25,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹14,000 |
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
Before carting Garlic to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Bengaluru APMC posted this Garlic rate on 17 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.