Reading today's price tape for 18 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹7,314 per quintal in Shajapur APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
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₹7,314
- Lowest Price Today₹7,314
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,314
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
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 3.4% below the period average, sitting just 48.3% 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
This table ranks Garlic rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(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.
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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Shajapur APMC ranged between ₹1,117 and ₹14,143, with the average around ₹7,571. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹7,314 | ₹7,314 | ₹7,314 |
| 17 Aug | ₹14,143 | ₹6,500 | ₹14,143 |
| 15 Aug | ₹6,440 | ₹6,440 | ₹6,440 |
| 14 Aug | ₹11,150 | ₹6,300 | ₹11,150 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,700 | ₹2,600 | ₹6,700 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,105 | ₹4,798 | ₹8,105 |
| 11 Aug | ₹9,100 | ₹5,250 | ₹5,250 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,234 | ₹6,234 | ₹6,234 |
| 08 Aug | ₹8,787 | ₹3,716 | ₹8,787 |
| 07 Aug | ₹10,002 | ₹1,500 | ₹10,002 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,278 | ₹5,313 | ₹7,278 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,017 | ₹4,400 | ₹8,017 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,137 | ₹4,259 | ₹7,137 |
| 01 Aug | ₹10,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹4,350 | ₹4,800 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,100 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,251 | ₹5,052 | ₹6,251 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,939 | ₹5,939 | ₹5,939 |
| 25 Jul | ₹8,806 | ₹5,028 | ₹8,806 |
| 24 Jul | ₹7,888 | ₹4,800 | ₹7,888 |
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
Selling Garlic well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Garlic stood at Shajapur APMC on 18 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.