In the latest market update for 21 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹6,500 per quintal in Akodiya APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Garlic today.
01What's Behind Today's Garlic Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹14,601
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Average)
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.
At this level, Garlic is about 29.2% below the period average, sitting just 64.7% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Garlic rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,500 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 3 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 5 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 KKNagar(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.
That ₹3,500 (13.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Garlic fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Akodiya APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹18,400, with the average around ₹9,176. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹14,601 | ₹2,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹17,701 | ₹2,600 | ₹13,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹3,200 | ₹12,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹16,200 | ₹500 | ₹14,000 |
| 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 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Garlic rate at Akodiya APMC on 21 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.