Looking at how the yards traded on 14 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹18,500 per quintal in Vadhvan APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What Put Vadhvan APMC on Top Today
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹20,000
- Lowest Price Today₹17,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹18,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 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 7.6% above the period average, sitting just 26.0% 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 14 Aug 2026, so you can see where Vadhvan APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,500 |
| 2 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 3 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 5 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 6 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 7 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 11 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 12 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
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 ₹3,500 (13.5%) 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 Vadhvan APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹25,000, with the average around ₹17,198. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹17,500 | ₹18,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹17,500 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,250 |
| 11 Aug | ₹17,500 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,250 |
| 10 Aug | ₹17,500 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,250 |
| 08 Aug | ₹17,500 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,250 |
| 07 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹17,500 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,250 |
| 25 Jul | ₹15,500 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,250 |
| 23 Jul | ₹17,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹17,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹17,500 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,250 |
| 20 Jul | ₹17,500 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,250 |
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 on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Garlic rate at Vadhvan APMC on 14 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.