Going by the latest APMC figures for 20 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹8,502 per quintal in A lot APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What Put A lot APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,502
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,502
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 50.4% above the period average and just 54.8% 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
Here's how Garlic rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 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 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 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 11 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Kallakurichi(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.
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.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at A lot APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹18,820, with the average around ₹5,653. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹8,502 | ₹3,000 | ₹8,502 |
| 19 Aug | ₹13,831 | ₹1,100 | ₹9,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹500 | ₹8,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹14,001 | ₹1,500 | ₹6,100 |
| 13 Aug | ₹14,050 | ₹1,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹12,050 | ₹501 | ₹11,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹15,001 | ₹1,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹12,481 | ₹1,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹14,001 | ₹1,701 | ₹4,600 |
| 01 Aug | ₹13,511 | ₹1,500 | ₹4,700 |
| 30 Jul | ₹12,399 | ₹1,000 | ₹4,400 |
| 28 Jul | ₹12,351 | ₹1,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹11,931 | ₹500 | ₹5,700 |
| 24 Jul | ₹15,102 | ₹1,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 23 Jul | ₹13,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹13,900 | ₹1,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹17,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹4,900 |
| 20 Jul | ₹13,801 | ₹500 | ₹4,500 |
| 18 Jul | ₹13,800 | ₹1,531 | ₹4,500 |
| 17 Jul | ₹14,551 | ₹1,000 | ₹5,200 |
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
The headline Garlic rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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, A lot APMC posted this Garlic rate on 20 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.