Pulling together the 19 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Garlic was quoted at ₹21,500 per quintal in Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Garlic markets.
01What Put Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹23,000
- Lowest Price Today₹20,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹21,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 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 2.7% above the period average, sitting just 28.3% 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
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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹6,500 (27.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹15,000 and ₹30,000, with the average around ₹20,942. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹24,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹24,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹24,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹21,000 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Garlic, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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
All told, this is where Garlic stood at Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 19 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.