Here's the 16 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Garlic was quoted at ₹24,000 per quintal in Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just 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₹26,000
- Lowest Price Today₹22,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹24,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Garlic is about 6.7% above the period average, sitting just 11.1% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Garlic rates across the markets that reported on 16 Aug 2026, so you can see where Athur(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 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 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.
A spread of ₹5,500 (22.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹16,000 and ₹27,000, with the average around ₹22,492. 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 | ₹26,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹26,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹26,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹26,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹26,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹26,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹26,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹26,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹26,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹26,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹26,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹26,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹26,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹26,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹26,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹26,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹24,000 |
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
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 sum up, this was the Garlic rate at Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 16 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.