Pulling together the 18 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Garlic was quoted at ₹15,000 per quintal in Porbandar APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Garlic markets.
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₹18,000
- Lowest Price Today₹12,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹15,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Average)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Garlic rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Garlic is about 21.2% above the period average, sitting just 40.0% 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 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Porbandar APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 5 Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Medavakkam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
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.
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.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Porbandar APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹25,000, with the average around ₹12,379. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹25,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 18 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 15 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 13 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹14,000 |
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
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
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 Porbandar APMC on 18 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.