With the 23 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Garlic was quoted at ₹20,000 per quintal in Chengannur Market APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Garlic today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Garlic Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹20,300
- Lowest Price Today₹19,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹20,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 0.9% below the period average and just 90.9% 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 23 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 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 4 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,500 |
| 5 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 6 Pallavaram(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 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 12 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹24,300 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
At ₹5,700 (23.5%), 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 Chengannur Market APMC ranged between ₹17,000 and ₹2,20,000, with the average around ₹20,184. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹19,600 | ₹19,800 |
| 23 Aug | ₹20,300 | ₹19,500 | ₹20,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹19,500 | ₹20,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹22,300 | ₹21,500 | ₹22,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹22,200 | ₹21,500 | ₹22,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹20,200 | ₹19,500 | ₹20,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹20,300 | ₹19,800 | ₹20,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹18,200 | ₹17,500 | ₹18,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹20,200 | ₹19,500 | ₹20,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹20,200 | ₹19,500 | ₹20,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹21,800 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹22,300 | ₹21,500 | ₹22,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹22,500 | ₹21,800 | ₹22,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹22,300 | ₹21,500 | ₹22,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹20,200 | ₹19,500 | ₹20,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹20,500 | ₹19,800 | ₹20,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹20,200 | ₹19,600 | ₹20,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹19,500 | ₹20,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,20,000 | ₹19,500 | ₹20,000 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Chengannur Market APMC posted this Garlic rate on 23 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.