In today's crop-price rundown for 13 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹14,500 per quintal in SMY Bhuntar APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Garlic markets.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Garlic Rate
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₹10,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹14,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Garlic rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 44.0% above the period average and just 27.5% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Garlic rates across the markets that reported on 13 Aug 2026, so you can see where SMY Bhuntar APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹30,500 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 3 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 5 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,750 |
| 6 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 7 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 11 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 12 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹4,500 (17.3%) 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 Bhuntar APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹20,000, with the average around ₹10,068. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹13,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹14,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹10,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 26 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹11,000 |
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 headline Garlic rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, SMY Bhuntar APMC posted this Garlic rate on 13 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.