Pulling together the 24 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Garlic was quoted at ₹24,000 per quintal in Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹26,000
- Lowest Price Today₹22,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹24,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 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.
Right now Garlic is about 5.8% above the period average — just 11.1% 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
The table below lines up Garlic rates across the markets that reported on 24 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 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹30,000 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 3 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 5 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 6 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 7 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 8 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 9 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 11 DADRI APMC | ₹25,843 |
| 12 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹25,100 |
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 ₹4,900 (19.5%) 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 ₹22,688. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Aug | ₹26,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹26,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹26,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹26,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹26,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹26,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 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 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Garlic rate on 24 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.