With the 24 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Garlic was quoted at ₹17,600 per quintal in Parappanangadi Market APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
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₹17,700
- Lowest Price Today₹17,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹17,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Average)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Garlic about 4.6% below the period average, and just 9.7% 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
This table ranks Garlic rates across active mandis for 24 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
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.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Garlic prices at Parappanangadi Market APMC ranged between ₹14,000 and ₹19,500, with the average around ₹18,445. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹17,700 | ₹17,500 | ₹17,600 |
| 21 Aug | ₹18,700 | ₹18,500 | ₹18,600 |
| 19 Aug | ₹19,500 | ₹19,300 | ₹19,400 |
| 30 Jul | ₹18,700 | ₹18,500 | ₹18,600 |
| 13 Jul | ₹19,200 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,100 |
| 12 Jul | ₹19,200 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,100 |
| 09 Jul | ₹19,200 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,100 |
| 08 Jul | ₹19,200 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,100 |
| 07 Jul | ₹19,200 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,100 |
| 04 Jul | ₹19,200 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,100 |
| 24 Jun | ₹14,200 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,100 |
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
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
The takeaway: Parappanangadi Market 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.