Across the reporting yards on 17 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹11,000 per quintal in Chhotisadri APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Garlic yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Garlic Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Garlic arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹22,601
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Average)
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.
This puts Garlic about 32.0% above the period average, and just 62.3% 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
This table ranks Garlic rates across active mandis for 17 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 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 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Melapalayam(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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
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 Chhotisadri APMC ranged between ₹1,100 and ₹29,200, with the average around ₹8,332. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹22,601 | ₹6,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹22,900 | ₹6,100 | ₹11,700 |
| 11 Aug | ₹24,101 | ₹3,100 | ₹10,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹19,700 | ₹2,000 | ₹9,820 |
| 05 Aug | ₹28,021 | ₹4,000 | ₹10,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹15,401 | ₹1,900 | ₹5,800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹18,200 | ₹2,600 | ₹7,300 |
| 01 Aug | ₹21,790 | ₹3,600 | ₹10,700 |
| 31 Jul | ₹19,700 | ₹3,350 | ₹6,610 |
| 30 Jul | ₹14,000 | ₹1,100 | ₹6,760 |
| 28 Jul | ₹26,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹10,700 |
| 24 Jul | ₹24,000 | ₹5,001 | ₹10,200 |
| 23 Jul | ₹21,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,900 |
| 22 Jul | ₹17,801 | ₹3,101 | ₹6,300 |
| 21 Jul | ₹28,300 | ₹4,500 | ₹9,800 |
| 18 Jul | ₹24,950 | ₹5,500 | ₹9,600 |
| 16 Jul | ₹24,851 | ₹4,901 | ₹6,830 |
| 15 Jul | ₹29,200 | ₹4,400 | ₹9,900 |
| 14 Jul | ₹26,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 13 Jul | ₹25,651 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,500 |
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Garlic was priced at this level in Chhotisadri APMC on 17 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.