Here's the 18 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Garlic was quoted at ₹21,500 per quintal in North Paravur Market APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put North Paravur Market APMC on Top Today
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹25,000
- Lowest Price Today₹21,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹21,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Average)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Garlic is about 19.8% above the period average, sitting just 14.0% 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
Here's how Garlic rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 5 Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Medavakkam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
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 ₹5,500 (22.0%) 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 North Paravur Market APMC ranged between ₹9,000 and ₹25,000, with the average around ₹17,941. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹21,500 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹21,500 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹21,500 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹21,500 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹21,500 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹21,500 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹21,500 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹21,500 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹21,500 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹21,500 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹21,500 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Garlic today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
To sum up, this was the Garlic rate at North Paravur Market APMC on 18 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.