As the 17 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Garlic was quoted at ₹4,500 per quintal in Kailaras APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Garlic today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Garlic Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
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 49.6% below the period average, and just 70.0% 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
Here's how Garlic rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹30,500 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 3 Kamthi APMC | ₹28,550 |
| 4 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 5 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 6 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 7 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 8 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 11 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 12 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
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.
The ₹4,000 (15.1%) 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 Kailaras APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹15,000, with the average around ₹8,920. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 25 Oct | ₹11,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 24 Oct | ₹11,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 20 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹11,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
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
When picking where to sell Garlic, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Garlic was priced at this level in Kailaras APMC on 17 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.