With the 19 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Garlic was quoted at ₹11,000 per quintal in Jalalabad APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Garlic Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹11,000
- Lowest Price Today₹11,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 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.
This puts Garlic about 10.0% above the period average, and just 8.3% 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 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Palanganatham(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 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
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 ₹6,500 (27.1%) 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 Jalalabad APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹12,000, with the average around ₹10,000. 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 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹10,500 | ₹10,500 | ₹10,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹10,500 | ₹10,500 | ₹10,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹10,500 | ₹10,500 | ₹10,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹11,500 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹11,500 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹11,500 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹11,500 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹11,500 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
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
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Jalalabad APMC reported Garlic at this level on 19 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.