In the day's wholesale-price digest for 29 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹9,010 per quintal in Sitmau APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Garlic today.
01What's Behind Today's Garlic Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Garlic arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,010
- Lowest Price Today₹2,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,010
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date29 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.
Right now Garlic is about 19.6% above the period average — just 55.2% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Garlic rates across active mandis for 29 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,000 |
| 2 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 3 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 4 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 5 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 9 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 10 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Thirupathur APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Tiruchengode APMC | ₹26,000 |
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.
A spread of ₹3,000 (11.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Sitmau APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹20,110, with the average around ₹7,532. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Aug | ₹9,010 | ₹2,200 | ₹9,010 |
| 27 Aug | ₹14,010 | ₹2,150 | ₹9,400 |
| 25 Aug | ₹13,900 | ₹2,200 | ₹6,800 |
| 21 Aug | ₹12,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹6,910 |
| 20 Aug | ₹14,100 | ₹3,730 | ₹8,300 |
| 19 Aug | ₹15,300 | ₹3,400 | ₹7,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹15,710 | ₹2,400 | ₹8,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹13,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹16,500 | ₹3,050 | ₹8,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹13,020 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,810 |
| 11 Aug | ₹14,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹11,420 | ₹2,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹12,510 | ₹1,000 | ₹12,510 |
| 04 Aug | ₹10,730 | ₹3,000 | ₹10,730 |
| 03 Aug | ₹11,300 | ₹2,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹12,820 | ₹2,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹10,510 | ₹3,010 | ₹10,510 |
| 30 Jul | ₹14,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,400 |
| 28 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹6,700 |
| 27 Jul | ₹12,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹12,400 |
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Sitmau APMC logged this Garlic rate on 29 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.