Here's the 18 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Garlic was quoted at ₹16,500 per quintal in Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Garlic Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹18,000
- Lowest Price Today₹15,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹16,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 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.
At this level, Garlic is about 0.3% below the period average, sitting just 8.3% 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
The table below lines up Garlic rates across the markets that reported on 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 5 Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Medavakkam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Garlic.
The ₹5,500 (22.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹14,000 and ₹18,000, with the average around ₹16,547. 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 | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,000 |
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
Going to the top Garlic market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Garlic rate at Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 18 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.