Looking at how the yards traded on 17 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹8,505 per quintal in Soyatkalan APMC. See where this sits in the day's Garlic range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What's Behind Today's Garlic Price
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,505
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,505
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Garlic rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Garlic is about 3.3% above the period average, sitting just 50.3% 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
Here's how Garlic rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 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 Kamthi APMC | ₹28,550 |
| 4 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 5 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 6 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 7 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 8 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 11 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 12 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Garlic.
That ₹4,000 (15.1%) 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 Soyatkalan APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹17,100, with the average around ₹8,237. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹8,505 | ₹2,500 | ₹8,505 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,925 | ₹2,405 | ₹6,925 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,800 | ₹1,000 | ₹6,800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹14,500 | ₹5,100 | ₹14,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹2,150 | ₹16,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹11,510 | ₹2,300 | ₹11,510 |
| 05 Aug | ₹14,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹11,600 |
| 04 Aug | ₹10,700 | ₹4,510 | ₹10,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,305 | ₹4,600 | ₹8,305 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,505 | ₹3,500 | ₹6,505 |
| 31 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹12,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹13,000 | ₹2,100 | ₹5,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹12,610 | ₹3,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹13,705 | ₹500 | ₹5,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹9,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹9,200 |
| 23 Jul | ₹11,400 | ₹4,610 | ₹10,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹11,605 | ₹1,000 | ₹11,605 |
| 21 Jul | ₹10,815 | ₹5,000 | ₹10,815 |
| 20 Jul | ₹16,005 | ₹1,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹11,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹11,600 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Garlic stood at Soyatkalan APMC on 17 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.