As fresh arrivals settled on 20 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹16,000 per quintal in Kalyan APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Garlic Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹22,000
- Lowest Price Today₹10,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹16,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Garlic about 1.7% above the period average, and just 27.3% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Garlic rates across the markets that reported on 20 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kalyan APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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 | ₹27,750 |
| 5 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 6 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 7 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Namakkal(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.
At ₹4,500 (17.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Garlic matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Kalyan APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹22,000, with the average around ₹15,725. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹14,500 | ₹16,750 |
| 29 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 14 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 13 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 10 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 03 Jul | ₹22,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹19,000 |
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 often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Kalyan APMC reported Garlic at this level on 20 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.