Going by the latest APMC figures for 20 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹5,500 per quintal in Badnawar APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Garlic Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,010
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 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.
This puts Garlic about 42.4% below the period average, and just 72.6% 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 20 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 | ₹27,750 |
| 5 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 6 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 7 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Garlic.
That ₹4,500 (17.3%) 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 Badnawar APMC ranged between ₹45 and ₹20,100, with the average around ₹9,552. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,010 | ₹4,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹3,010 | ₹5,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹1,920 | ₹5,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹4,150 | ₹7,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹12,100 | ₹3,300 | ₹6,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹16,501 | ₹3,100 | ₹4,411 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,900 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,900 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹12,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹2,650 | ₹7,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹3,254 | ₹4,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹2,755 | ₹15,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,400 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹6,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹2,700 | ₹7,200 |
| 25 Jul | ₹13,200 | ₹6,800 | ₹13,200 |
| 24 Jul | ₹11,300 | ₹45 | ₹11,300 |
| 23 Jul | ₹15,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹15,500 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Garlic, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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
In a nutshell, Garlic was priced at this level in Badnawar APMC on 20 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.