In the latest market update for 20 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹15,000 per quintal in PMY Una APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Garlic today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Garlic Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹20,000
- Lowest Price Today₹11,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹15,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Garlic is about 6.9% below the period average, sitting just 40.0% 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
The table below lines up Garlic rates across the markets that reported on 20 Aug 2026, so you can see where PMY Una 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 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,750 |
| 5 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 6 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 7 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 11 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 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.
At ₹4,500 (17.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Garlic matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at PMY Una APMC ranged between ₹10,000 and ₹25,000, with the average around ₹16,112. 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 | ₹20,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹15,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹16,000 |
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
Before carting Garlic to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Garlic stood at PMY Una APMC on 20 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.