In the latest market update for 18 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹7,000 per quintal in Mandsaur APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What's Behind Today's Garlic Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹23,800
- Lowest Price Today₹1,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Garlic rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Garlic is about 17.1% below the period average, sitting just 75.0% 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 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Medavakkam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
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 ₹5,500 (22.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Garlic fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Mandsaur APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹28,000, with the average around ₹8,439. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹23,800 | ₹1,100 | ₹7,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹20,400 | ₹800 | ₹8,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,201 | ₹3,800 | ₹7,201 |
| 11 Aug | ₹21,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹13,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹13,800 | ₹5,753 | ₹13,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹24,401 | ₹2,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹3,300 | ₹9,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹22,800 | ₹2,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹20,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹6,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹21,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹27,480 | ₹1,811 | ₹7,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹11,901 | ₹3,900 | ₹11,901 |
| 27 Jul | ₹26,700 | ₹4,052 | ₹10,900 |
| 24 Jul | ₹22,900 | ₹5,500 | ₹13,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹22,102 | ₹3,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹21,200 | ₹2,600 | ₹8,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹20,700 | ₹4,400 | ₹6,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹25,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹4,000 |
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
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 Mandsaur APMC on 18 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.