Turning to the 19 Aug 2026 APMC board, Garlic was quoted at ₹8,000 per quintal in Piplya 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
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Garlic about 7.7% above the period average, and just 70.8% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Garlic rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 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 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 5 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 6 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 7 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Tiruvannamalai(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 Andipatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Garlic.
A spread of ₹6,500 (27.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Piplya APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹27,401, with the average around ₹7,429. 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 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹23,001 | ₹2,410 | ₹10,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹20,610 | ₹3,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹12,001 | ₹12,001 | ₹12,001 |
| 13 Aug | ₹21,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹14,900 |
| 11 Aug | ₹20,010 | ₹1,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,900 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,900 |
| 07 Aug | ₹24,580 | ₹2,911 | ₹8,300 |
| 05 Aug | ₹18,950 | ₹2,510 | ₹8,600 |
| 04 Aug | ₹23,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹10,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 |
| 31 Jul | ₹20,900 | ₹3,300 | ₹7,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹18,052 | ₹2,100 | ₹3,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹18,800 | ₹1,000 | ₹5,400 |
| 27 Jul | ₹15,501 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,501 |
| 25 Jul | ₹7,800 | ₹7,800 | ₹7,800 |
| 24 Jul | ₹18,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹17,311 | ₹2,300 | ₹3,700 |
| 22 Jul | ₹17,852 | ₹2,001 | ₹5,300 |
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
When picking where to sell Garlic, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at 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
In a nutshell, Garlic was priced at this level in Piplya APMC on 19 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.