In the mandi rate roundup for 24 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹12,000 per quintal in Patiala APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Garlic Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,500
- Lowest Price Today₹11,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Garlic rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 111.7% above the period average and just 4.0% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Garlic rates across active mandis for 24 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹30,000 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 3 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 5 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 6 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 7 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 8 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 9 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 11 DADRI APMC | ₹25,843 |
| 12 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹25,100 |
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.
The ₹4,900 (19.5%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Patiala APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹12,500, with the average around ₹5,668. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹12,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,300 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,400 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,900 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,700 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,700 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,100 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,100 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
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
Farmers comparing Garlic rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 24 Aug 2026, Garlic traded at this rate in Patiala APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.