Based on what the markets reported on 27 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹16,500 per quintal in SMY Dharamshala 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
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹18,000
- Lowest Price Today₹15,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹16,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date27 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Garlic rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Garlic is about 15.1% above the period average — just 17.5% 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
The table below lines up Garlic rates across the markets that reported on 27 Aug 2026, so you can see where SMY Dharamshala 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 | ₹29,000 |
| 2 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 3 Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 4 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 5 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 6 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 KKNagar(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.
At ₹3,000 (11.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Garlic matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at SMY Dharamshala APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹20,000, with the average around ₹14,341. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 26 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 24 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹18,500 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,250 |
| 20 Aug | ₹18,500 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,250 |
| 19 Aug | ₹18,500 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,750 |
| 18 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹16,500 | ₹13,500 | ₹15,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹16,500 | ₹13,500 | ₹15,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,000 |
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
The day's best Garlic rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In short, Garlic changed hands at this rate in SMY Dharamshala APMC on 27 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.