Here's the 31 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Garlic was quoted at ₹24,250 per quintal in Vazhapadi(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₹25,000
- Lowest Price Today₹23,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹24,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 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 13.8% above the period average — just 6.7% 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 31 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹31,000 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 3 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 5 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 6 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 11 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
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 ₹5,000 (19.2%) 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 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC ranged between ₹16,000 and ₹26,000, with the average around ₹21,307. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹23,500 | ₹24,250 |
| 30 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 29 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 28 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 27 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 23 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹23,500 | ₹24,250 |
| 22 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹23,500 | ₹24,250 |
| 16 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹23,500 | ₹24,250 |
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
When picking where to sell Garlic, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC logged this Garlic rate on 31 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.