In the latest market update for 21 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹9,580 per quintal in Patran APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
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₹9,580
- Lowest Price Today₹9,580
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,580
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Here's where today's Garlic rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Garlic is about 4.0% above the period average, sitting just 15.9% 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 21 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 11 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Garlic.
At ₹3,500 (13.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Garlic matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Garlic prices at Patran APMC ranged between ₹7,190 and ₹11,390, with the average around ₹9,214. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03 Nov | ₹9,580 | ₹9,580 | ₹9,580 |
| 31 Oct | ₹9,560 | ₹9,560 | ₹9,560 |
| 29 Oct | ₹10,520 | ₹10,520 | ₹10,520 |
| 12 Oct | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹7,190 | ₹7,190 | ₹7,190 |
| 16 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹8,040 | ₹8,040 | ₹8,040 |
| 14 Sep | ₹9,670 | ₹9,670 | ₹9,670 |
| 05 Sep | ₹8,600 | ₹8,600 | ₹8,600 |
| 03 Sep | ₹8,560 | ₹8,560 | ₹8,560 |
| 02 Sep | ₹9,140 | ₹9,140 | ₹9,140 |
| 31 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹9,300 | ₹9,300 | ₹9,300 |
| 27 Aug | ₹9,140 | ₹9,140 | ₹9,140 |
| 25 Aug | ₹9,740 | ₹9,740 | ₹9,740 |
| 21 Aug | ₹9,580 | ₹9,580 | ₹9,580 |
| 11 Aug | ₹10,760 | ₹10,760 | ₹10,760 |
| 10 Aug | ₹10,770 | ₹10,770 | ₹10,770 |
| 08 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,890 | ₹7,890 | ₹7,890 |
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 day's best Garlic rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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 sum up, this was the Garlic rate at Patran 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.