Here's the 19 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Garlic was quoted at ₹7,000 per quintal in Agar APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What Put Agar APMC on Top Today
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹11,400
- Lowest Price Today₹500
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 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.
Right now Garlic is about 43.9% above the period average — just 56.3% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Garlic rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 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 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 5 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 6 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 7 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 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.
At ₹5,500 (22.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Garlic matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Agar APMC ranged between ₹400 and ₹16,000, with the average around ₹4,865. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹12,700 | ₹2,350 | ₹4,900 |
| 19 Aug | ₹11,400 | ₹500 | ₹7,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹1,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 17 Aug | ₹13,011 | ₹1,000 | ₹4,600 |
| 14 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹500 | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹12,300 | ₹1,001 | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,701 | ₹3,701 | ₹3,701 |
| 07 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹1,001 | ₹5,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,701 | ₹700 | ₹5,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,950 | ₹1,160 | ₹6,950 |
| 31 Jul | ₹12,200 | ₹1,400 | ₹4,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,501 | ₹500 | ₹3,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹10,301 | ₹500 | ₹4,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹500 | ₹6,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹2,050 | ₹6,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹1,385 | ₹4,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹13,100 | ₹1,500 | ₹5,690 |
| 21 Jul | ₹8,850 | ₹500 | ₹5,000 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Garlic yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Agar APMC logged this Garlic rate on 19 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.