In the price report dated 13 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹6,810 per quintal in Sitmau APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Garlic markets in the table that follows.
01What's Behind Today's Garlic Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹13,020
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,810
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
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 8.9% below the period average and just 66.1% 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 13 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 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 5 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,750 |
| 6 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 7 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 11 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 12 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
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.
The ₹4,500 (17.3%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Sitmau APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹20,110, with the average around ₹7,472. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Aug | ₹16,500 | ₹3,050 | ₹8,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹13,020 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,810 |
| 11 Aug | ₹14,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹11,420 | ₹2,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹12,510 | ₹1,000 | ₹12,510 |
| 04 Aug | ₹10,730 | ₹3,000 | ₹10,730 |
| 03 Aug | ₹11,300 | ₹2,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹12,820 | ₹2,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹10,510 | ₹3,010 | ₹10,510 |
| 30 Jul | ₹14,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,400 |
| 28 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹6,700 |
| 27 Jul | ₹12,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹12,400 |
| 24 Jul | ₹7,900 | ₹5,200 | ₹7,900 |
| 23 Jul | ₹11,510 | ₹3,310 | ₹7,900 |
| 22 Jul | ₹5,300 | ₹2,340 | ₹5,300 |
| 21 Jul | ₹13,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 20 Jul | ₹13,010 | ₹3,400 | ₹6,310 |
| 18 Jul | ₹16,910 | ₹1,956 | ₹4,500 |
| 17 Jul | ₹12,900 | ₹3,610 | ₹7,300 |
| 16 Jul | ₹13,110 | ₹1,300 | ₹8,500 |
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
Before carting Garlic to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Sitmau APMC posted this Garlic rate on 13 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.