Going by the latest APMC figures for 20 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹19,000 per quintal in Krishnagiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Garlic markets.
01What's Behind Today's Garlic Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹20,000
- Lowest Price Today₹18,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹19,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Garlic about 11.8% below the period average, and just 20.8% 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
The table below lines up Garlic rates across the markets that reported on 20 Aug 2026, so you can see where Krishnagiri(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 | ₹27,750 |
| 5 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 6 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 7 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
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 ₹4,500 (17.3%) 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 Krishnagiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹16,000 and ₹24,000, with the average around ₹21,545. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
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
The headline Garlic rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Krishnagiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Garlic at this level on 20 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.