From today's trading desk on 19 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹17,500 per quintal in SMY Jaisinghpur APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Garlic Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹19,000
- Lowest Price Today₹16,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹17,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 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 11.5% above the period average, sitting just 16.7% 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
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 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 6 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 7 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 12 Medavakkam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Garlic.
That ₹5,500 (22.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Garlic fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at SMY Jaisinghpur APMC ranged between ₹11,000 and ₹21,000, with the average around ₹15,694. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 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 |
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
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 SMY Jaisinghpur APMC on 19 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.