Here's the 20 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Garlic was quoted at ₹9,500 per quintal in Indore APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Garlic yards.
01What Put Indore APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹14,600
- Lowest Price Today₹5,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
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 50.5% above the period average, sitting just 55.8% 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 20 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 | ₹27,750 |
| 5 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 6 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 7 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Garlic.
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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Indore APMC ranged between ₹300 and ₹21,500, with the average around ₹6,312. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹16,810 | ₹1,300 | ₹9,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹14,600 | ₹5,400 | ₹9,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹20,600 | ₹760 | ₹7,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹18,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹4,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹17,100 | ₹500 | ₹4,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,725 | ₹4,725 | ₹4,725 |
| 10 Aug | ₹17,100 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹16,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹21,100 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹15,500 | ₹1,638 | ₹5,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹18,100 | ₹500 | ₹3,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 |
| 31 Jul | ₹17,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,610 | ₹5,610 | ₹5,610 |
| 29 Jul | ₹8,550 | ₹6,000 | ₹8,550 |
| 28 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹15,500 | ₹1,100 | ₹3,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹7,500 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Garlic stood at Indore APMC on 20 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.