From today's trading desk on 19 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹18,550 per quintal in Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Garlic Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹20,000
- Lowest Price Today₹17,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹18,550
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 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.
Right now Garlic is about 15.0% above the period average — just 11.7% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Garlic rates across active mandis for 19 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 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
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Garlic.
That ₹6,500 (27.1%) 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 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹21,000, with the average around ₹16,124. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹17,100 | ₹18,550 |
| 18 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹17,100 | ₹18,550 |
| 17 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹16,400 | ₹18,200 |
| 16 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹16,400 | ₹18,200 |
| 15 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹15,200 | ₹16,100 |
| 14 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹17,100 | ₹18,550 |
| 13 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,100 | ₹19,050 |
| 12 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹19,100 | ₹20,050 |
| 11 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹19,100 | ₹19,550 |
| 10 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹17,500 | ₹18,750 |
| 09 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹16,100 | ₹17,550 |
| 08 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹16,700 | ₹17,850 |
| 07 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,300 | ₹19,150 |
| 06 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,300 | ₹19,150 |
| 05 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,300 | ₹19,150 |
| 04 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹15,800 | ₹17,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹15,200 | ₹16,100 |
| 02 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹17,700 | ₹18,850 |
| 01 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,700 | ₹19,350 |
| 31 Jul | ₹17,300 | ₹17,300 | ₹17,300 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Garlic yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
To wrap up, Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Garlic rate on 19 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.