In today's crop-price rundown for 18 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹14,700 per quintal in Sriganganagar (F&V) APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What Put Sriganganagar (F&V) APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹14,900
- Lowest Price Today₹14,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹14,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
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 27.2% above the period average and just 1.3% 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 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 | ₹27,000 |
| 5 Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Medavakkam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
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.
That ₹5,500 (22.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Garlic fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Sriganganagar (F&V) APMC ranged between ₹9,800 and ₹14,900, with the average around ₹11,559. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹14,900 | ₹14,500 | ₹14,700 |
| 17 Aug | ₹14,700 | ₹14,300 | ₹14,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹14,200 | ₹13,800 | ₹14,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹14,700 | ₹14,300 | ₹14,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹14,200 | ₹13,800 | ₹14,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹13,700 | ₹13,300 | ₹13,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹13,200 | ₹12,800 | ₹13,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹12,200 | ₹11,800 | ₹12,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹11,200 | ₹10,800 | ₹11,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹10,700 | ₹10,300 | ₹10,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹10,200 | ₹9,800 | ₹10,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹10,700 | ₹10,300 | ₹10,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹11,700 | ₹11,300 | ₹11,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹11,200 | ₹10,800 | ₹11,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹10,200 | ₹9,800 | ₹10,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹10,700 | ₹10,300 | ₹10,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹11,200 | ₹10,800 | ₹11,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹11,200 | ₹10,800 | ₹11,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹10,700 | ₹10,300 | ₹10,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹10,200 | ₹9,800 | ₹10,000 |
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
When picking where to sell Garlic, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Aug 2026, Garlic traded at this rate in Sriganganagar (F&V) 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.