Turning to the 19 Aug 2026 APMC board, Garlic was quoted at ₹24,000 per quintal in Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹26,000
- Lowest Price Today₹22,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹24,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 6.4% above the period average and just 11.1% 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
The table below lines up Garlic rates across the markets that reported on 19 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 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 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 ₹6,500 (27.1%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹16,000 and ₹27,000, with the average around ₹22,563. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹26,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹26,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹26,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 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 |
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
Before carting Garlic to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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
Net-net, Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Garlic rate on 19 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.