Here's the 19 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Garlic was quoted at ₹16,500 per quintal in SMY Palampur APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Garlic yards.
01What Put SMY Palampur APMC on Top Today
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
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Average)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Garlic is about 7.1% above the period average — just 25.0% 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
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 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.
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.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at SMY Palampur APMC ranged between ₹10,000 and ₹22,000, with the average around ₹15,402. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
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
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
In short, Garlic changed hands at this rate in SMY Palampur APMC on 19 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.