In the mandi rate roundup for 17 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹12,000 per quintal in SMY Bhuntar APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What's Behind Today's Garlic Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Garlic arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹17,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Other)
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.
This puts Garlic about 17.1% above the period average, and just 40.0% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
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 distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Garlic.
That ₹4,000 (15.1%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Garlic fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at SMY Bhuntar APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹20,000, with the average around ₹10,245. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 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 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: SMY Bhuntar APMC reported Garlic at this level on 17 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.