Across the reporting yards on 18 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹8,500 per quintal in Akodiya APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Garlic yards.
01What Put Akodiya APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹16,200
- Lowest Price Today₹500
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Average)
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 5.0% below the period average and just 53.8% 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 18 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 | ₹27,000 |
| 5 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Medavakkam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
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 ₹5,500 (22.0%) 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 Akodiya APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹18,400, with the average around ₹8,950. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹16,200 | ₹500 | ₹8,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹13,301 | ₹3,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹17,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹13,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹18,151 | ₹1,500 | ₹10,400 |
| 11 Aug | ₹14,101 | ₹2,500 | ₹12,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹15,700 | ₹500 | ₹11,801 |
| 07 Aug | ₹16,200 | ₹500 | ₹9,700 |
| 05 Aug | ₹16,600 | ₹2,000 | ₹12,700 |
| 04 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹1,200 | ₹13,600 |
| 03 Aug | ₹15,800 | ₹2,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹14,301 | ₹2,400 | ₹13,100 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹500 | ₹6,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹14,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹13,000 | ₹7,700 | ₹13,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹15,900 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹15,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹9,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹15,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹16,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹4,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹18,400 | ₹2,900 | ₹7,100 |
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
For Garlic, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Akodiya APMC posted this Garlic rate on 18 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.