In the day's wholesale-price digest for 05 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹14,400 per quintal in Gandhimaidan SMY, Hojai APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Garlic markets.
01What's Behind Today's Garlic Price
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹14,500
- Lowest Price Today₹14,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹14,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date05 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 18.9% above the period average, sitting just 10.0% 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
The table below lines up Garlic rates across the markets that reported on 05 Aug 2026, so you can see where Gandhimaidan SMY, Hojai APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹32,000 |
| 2 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹31,000 |
| 3 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹30,500 |
| 4 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,500 |
| 5 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 6 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 7 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 11 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 12 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
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 (20.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Garlic fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Garlic prices at Gandhimaidan SMY, Hojai APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹16,000, with the average around ₹12,114. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Aug | ₹14,500 | ₹14,200 | ₹14,400 |
| 31 Jul | ₹11,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,300 |
| 24 Jul | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹12,600 | ₹12,400 | ₹12,500 |
| 17 Jul | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 16 Jul | ₹12,600 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,300 |
| 15 Jul | ₹12,600 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,400 |
| 13 Jul | ₹12,600 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,400 |
| 12 Jul | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 11 Jul | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 08 Jul | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 07 Jul | ₹13,500 | ₹11,500 | ₹12,000 |
| 06 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 02 Jul | ₹11,400 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,200 |
| 01 Jul | ₹12,500 | ₹11,500 | ₹12,000 |
| 30 Jun | ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 29 Jun | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 28 Jun | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 27 Jun | ₹16,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,500 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Garlic, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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 sum up, this was the Garlic rate at Gandhimaidan SMY, Hojai APMC on 05 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.