As the 04 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Garlic was quoted at ₹13,000 per quintal in Balachaur APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Garlic Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹15,000
- Lowest Price Today₹12,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹13,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date04 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Average)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Garlic about 8.3% above the period average, and just 13.3% 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 04 Aug 2026, so you can see where Balachaur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹31,000 |
| 2 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹31,000 |
| 3 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹30,500 |
| 4 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 5 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 6 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 7 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 8 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 9 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 11 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 12 Chengam(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.
At ₹5,000 (19.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Garlic matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 2 days, Garlic prices at Balachaur APMC ranged between ₹10,000 and ₹15,000, with the average around ₹12,000. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
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
For Garlic, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Balachaur APMC reported Garlic at this level on 04 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.