In the day's wholesale-price digest for 18 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹22,100 per quintal in Palakkad Market APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Garlic Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹23,000
- Lowest Price Today₹21,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹22,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Garlic rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Garlic is about 17.7% above the period average, sitting just 3.9% 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
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 Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Palanganatham(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 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Medavakkam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Garlic.
The ₹5,500 (22.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Palakkad Market APMC ranged between ₹13,000 and ₹23,000, with the average around ₹18,780. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹22,100 |
| 18 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹22,100 |
| 17 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹22,100 |
| 14 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹22,100 |
| 13 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹22,100 |
| 11 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹22,100 |
| 10 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹22,100 |
| 08 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹22,100 |
| 07 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹22,100 |
| 06 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹22,100 |
| 04 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹22,100 |
| 03 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹22,100 |
| 01 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹22,100 |
| 31 Jul | ₹23,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹22,100 |
| 30 Jul | ₹23,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹22,100 |
| 29 Jul | ₹23,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹22,100 |
| 28 Jul | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,100 |
| 27 Jul | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,100 |
| 25 Jul | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,100 |
| 24 Jul | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,100 |
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
To sum up, this was the Garlic rate at Palakkad Market APMC on 18 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.