In the price report dated 24 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹15,000 per quintal in Shimoga APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Garlic Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹20,000
- Lowest Price Today₹11,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹15,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Garlic about 3.6% above the period average, and just 37.5% 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
Here's how Garlic rates stacked up across reporting markets on 24 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹30,000 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 3 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 5 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 6 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 7 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 8 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 9 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 11 DADRI APMC | ₹25,843 |
| 12 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹25,100 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Garlic.
At ₹4,900 (19.5%), 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 Shimoga APMC ranged between ₹9,000 and ₹24,000, with the average around ₹14,478. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹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
Aim for the best-paying Garlic yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Shimoga APMC reported Garlic at this level on 24 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.