From today's trading desk on 17 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹7,000 per quintal in Ludhiana APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Garlic Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,500
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Other)
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 11.7% above the period average, sitting just 26.3% 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 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 5 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 6 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 7 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 11 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 12 Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Garlic.
The ₹4,500 (17.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Ludhiana APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹9,500, with the average around ₹6,265. 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 | ₹8,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,500 |
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
The day's best Garlic rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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
All told, this is where Garlic stood at Ludhiana 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.