Pulling together the 24 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Garlic was quoted at ₹20,500 per quintal in Karimangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
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₹21,000
- Lowest Price Today₹20,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹20,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 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 6.1% below the period average, sitting just 18.0% 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 24 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹27,500 |
| 2 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 3 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 4 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 5 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 8 Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 9 Andipatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 10 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,400 |
| 11 Tiruppur (South) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 12 Avallapalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Garlic.
That ₹4,500 (19.6%) 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 Karimangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC ranged between ₹12,000 and ₹25,000, with the average around ₹21,830. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 23 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
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
Farmers comparing Garlic rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Garlic stood at Karimangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC on 24 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.