Based on what the markets reported on 16 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹11,000 per quintal in Mawana APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Garlic Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,000
- Lowest Price Today₹10,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Garlic is about 4.4% above the period average, sitting just 8.3% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Garlic rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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
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 ₹5,500 (22.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Garlic prices at Mawana APMC ranged between ₹9,000 and ₹12,000, with the average around ₹10,532. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,333 |
| 28 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 26 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,250 |
| 20 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 19 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 16 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 10 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 28 Jun | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 25 Jun | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 24 Jun | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 18 Jun | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Garlic today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Garlic stood at Mawana APMC on 16 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.