In the mandi rate roundup for 31 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹23,000 per quintal in Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
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₹24,000
- Lowest Price Today₹22,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹23,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
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 21.0% above the period average, and just 4.2% 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
Here's how Garlic rates stacked up across reporting markets on 31 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹31,000 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 3 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 5 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 6 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 11 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 KKNagar(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.
A spread of ₹5,000 (19.2%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹12,000 and ₹24,000, with the average around ₹19,008. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 28 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹21,500 |
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
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Garlic at this level on 31 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.