Reading today's price tape for 19 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹9,550 per quintal in Pratapgarh APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Garlic today.
01What's Behind Today's Garlic Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹16,700
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,550
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Garlic is about 9.6% above the period average — just 52.7% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Garlic rates across active mandis for 19 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 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 5 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 6 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 7 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 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.
A spread of ₹5,500 (22.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Pratapgarh APMC ranged between ₹2,900 and ₹20,200, with the average around ₹8,717. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹20,200 | ₹4,480 | ₹12,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹16,700 | ₹5,000 | ₹9,550 |
| 18 Aug | ₹16,500 | ₹4,800 | ₹10,650 |
| 17 Aug | ₹16,700 | ₹4,800 | ₹11,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹16,700 | ₹3,900 | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹16,540 | ₹4,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹14,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹15,020 | ₹4,700 | ₹7,700 |
| 06 Aug | ₹14,630 | ₹4,450 | ₹8,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹15,720 | ₹4,710 | ₹7,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹14,600 | ₹4,140 | ₹7,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹8,600 |
| 01 Aug | ₹11,690 | ₹3,900 | ₹7,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹15,200 | ₹2,900 | ₹8,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹14,410 | ₹4,470 | ₹8,400 |
| 29 Jul | ₹14,510 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 28 Jul | ₹15,210 | ₹4,240 | ₹9,700 |
| 27 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹6,800 |
| 23 Jul | ₹18,030 | ₹4,990 | ₹7,300 |
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
Going to the top Garlic market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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
To wrap up, Pratapgarh APMC logged this Garlic rate on 19 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.