In the latest market update for 21 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹5,400 per quintal in A lot APMC. See where this sits in the day's Garlic range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Garlic Rate
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₹16,000
- Lowest Price Today₹1,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Garlic rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Garlic is about 4.4% below the period average, sitting just 71.3% 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
This table ranks Garlic rates across active mandis for 21 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,500 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 3 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 5 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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.
That ₹3,500 (13.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Garlic fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at A lot APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹18,820, with the average around ₹5,647. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹5,400 |
| 20 Aug | ₹8,502 | ₹3,000 | ₹8,502 |
| 19 Aug | ₹13,831 | ₹1,100 | ₹9,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹500 | ₹8,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹14,001 | ₹1,500 | ₹6,100 |
| 13 Aug | ₹14,050 | ₹1,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹12,050 | ₹501 | ₹11,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹15,001 | ₹1,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹12,481 | ₹1,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹14,001 | ₹1,701 | ₹4,600 |
| 01 Aug | ₹13,511 | ₹1,500 | ₹4,700 |
| 30 Jul | ₹12,399 | ₹1,000 | ₹4,400 |
| 28 Jul | ₹12,351 | ₹1,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹11,931 | ₹500 | ₹5,700 |
| 24 Jul | ₹15,102 | ₹1,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 23 Jul | ₹13,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹13,900 | ₹1,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹17,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹4,900 |
| 20 Jul | ₹13,801 | ₹500 | ₹4,500 |
| 18 Jul | ₹13,800 | ₹1,531 | ₹4,500 |
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
The headline Garlic rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Garlic rate at A lot APMC on 21 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.