In the day's wholesale-price digest for 16 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹7,250 per quintal in Saharanpur APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Garlic Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Garlic rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Garlic is about 5.9% below the period average — just 31.0% 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
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 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Tiruvannamalai(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 distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Garlic.
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.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Saharanpur APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹10,500, with the average around ₹7,702. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,250 |
| 13 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,800 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,768 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,475 |
| 02 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,106 |
| 01 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,614 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹6,200 | ₹7,670 |
| 26 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,271 |
| 25 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,658 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹7,100 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,067 |
| 18 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 16 Jul | ₹8,300 | ₹8,300 | ₹8,300 |
| 14 Jul | ₹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
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Saharanpur APMC logged this Garlic rate on 16 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.