In the day's wholesale-price digest for 16 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹16,000 per quintal in Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Garlic Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹16,000
- Lowest Price Today₹16,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹16,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
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 Pattukottai(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 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Dindigul(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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
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 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹16,000 and ₹16,000, with the average around ₹16,000. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
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
Going to the top Garlic market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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 sum up, this was the Garlic rate at Pattukottai(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.