In the mandi rate roundup for 16 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹20,000 per quintal in Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Garlic Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Garlic arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹20,000
- Lowest Price Today₹20,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹20,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Garlic about 3.5% above the period average, and just 9.1% 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
Here's how Garlic rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 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 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 5 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 6 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 7 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Medavakkam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Garlic.
That ₹5,500 (22.0%) 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 Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹16,000 and ₹22,000, with the average around ₹19,333. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Garlic at this level on 16 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.