As fresh arrivals settled on 18 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹12,000 per quintal in PMY Kather Solan APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
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₹15,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 1.3% above the period average and just 45.5% 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
Here's how Garlic rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 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 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 5 Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Medavakkam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
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.
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 PMY Kather Solan APMC ranged between ₹600 and ₹22,000, with the average around ₹11,841. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹19,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹18,500 | ₹600 | ₹12,000 |
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 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
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
Bottom line: on 18 Aug 2026, Garlic traded at this rate in PMY Kather Solan APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.