As fresh arrivals settled on 26 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹20,500 per quintal in Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Garlic Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹27,000
- Lowest Price Today₹14,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹20,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 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 5.2% above the period average, and just 24.1% 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
This table ranks Garlic rates across active mandis for 26 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹30,000 |
| 2 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 3 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 4 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 5 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 9 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 10 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 KKNagar(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.
That ₹4,000 (15.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Garlic fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹11,000 and ₹27,000, with the average around ₹19,479. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 27 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 26 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 24 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 23 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹20,500 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Garlic was priced at this level in Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 26 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.