From today's trading desk on 17 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹18,000 per quintal in SMY Jaisinghpur APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put SMY Jaisinghpur APMC on Top Today
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₹19,000
- Lowest Price Today₹16,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹18,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Average)
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 15.1% above the period average, sitting just 14.3% 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
This table ranks Garlic rates across active mandis for 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹30,500 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 3 Kamthi APMC | ₹28,550 |
| 4 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 5 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 6 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 7 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 8 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 11 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 12 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
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.
The ₹4,000 (15.1%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at SMY Jaisinghpur APMC ranged between ₹11,000 and ₹21,000, with the average around ₹15,635. 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 | ₹19,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹21,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹21,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹21,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹21,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 18 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 16 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 14 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 10 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 08 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹13,000 |
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
Going to the top Garlic market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Garlic rate at SMY Jaisinghpur APMC on 17 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.