In today's crop-price rundown for 18 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹24,000 per quintal in Angamaly Market APMC. See where this sits in the day's Garlic range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What Put Angamaly Market APMC on Top Today
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₹28,000
- Lowest Price Today₹20,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹24,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Average)
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.
Today's rate is about 5.3% above the period average and just 50.0% 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
This table ranks Garlic rates across active mandis for 18 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 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 5 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Namakkal(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 Angamaly Market APMC ranged between ₹17,500 and ₹48,000, with the average around ₹22,800. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹48,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹28,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹28,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹28,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 17 Jul | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
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
For Garlic, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Aug 2026, Garlic traded at this rate in Angamaly Market 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.