Based on what the markets reported on 12 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹21,000 per quintal in Vellore APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Garlic today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Garlic Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹21,000
- Lowest Price Today₹21,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹21,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 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.
Right now Garlic is about 7.7% above the period average — just 4.5% 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 12 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹30,500 |
| 2 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 3 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 4 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 5 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 6 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 7 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
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 ₹4,500 (17.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Vellore APMC ranged between ₹16,000 and ₹22,000, with the average around ₹19,500. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹21,500 | ₹21,500 | ₹21,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹21,500 | ₹21,500 | ₹21,500 |
| 26 Jul | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
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
The headline Garlic rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
To wrap up, Vellore APMC logged this Garlic rate on 12 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.