From today's trading desk on 19 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹5,890 per quintal in Visavadar APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Garlic Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,030
- Lowest Price Today₹4,750
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,890
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Other)
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.
Right now Garlic is about 1.9% below the period average — just 46.4% 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 19 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 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 5 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 6 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 7 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 10 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 11 Medavakkam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 12 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
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 ₹6,500 (27.1%) 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 Visavadar APMC ranged between ₹2,050 and ₹10,980, with the average around ₹6,004. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹7,030 | ₹4,750 | ₹5,890 |
| 18 Aug | ₹10,005 | ₹4,325 | ₹7,165 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,830 | ₹4,300 | ₹5,565 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,405 | ₹4,325 | ₹6,365 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,980 | ₹3,500 | ₹5,240 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,330 | ₹3,750 | ₹5,540 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,480 | ₹3,250 | ₹5,365 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,830 | ₹3,000 | ₹5,415 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,230 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,865 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,005 | ₹4,505 | ₹5,255 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,005 | ₹3,875 | ₹5,940 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,680 | ₹3,250 | ₹3,965 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,980 | ₹3,400 | ₹4,190 |
| 25 Jul | ₹7,280 | ₹5,150 | ₹6,215 |
| 24 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹5,250 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,880 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,440 |
| 22 Jul | ₹5,230 | ₹2,450 | ₹3,840 |
| 21 Jul | ₹6,030 | ₹2,500 | ₹4,265 |
| 20 Jul | ₹5,380 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,940 |
| 18 Jul | ₹7,880 | ₹3,750 | ₹5,815 |
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
Selling Garlic well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In short, Garlic changed hands at this rate in Visavadar APMC on 19 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.