Across the reporting yards on 17 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹26,500 per quintal in Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. See where this sits in the day's Garlic range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What's Behind Today's Garlic Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹27,000
- Lowest Price Today₹26,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹26,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 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.
Today's rate is about 13.3% above the period average and just 1.9% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Garlic rates across active mandis for 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 5 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 6 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 7 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 11 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 12 Elampillai(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.
A spread of ₹4,500 (17.3%) 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 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹11,000 and ₹27,000, with the average around ₹23,393. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹27,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹27,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹27,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹27,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,500 |
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
When picking where to sell Garlic, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
Net-net, Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Garlic rate on 17 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.