In the day's wholesale-price digest for 17 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹24,500 per quintal in Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹25,000
- Lowest Price Today₹24,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹24,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 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.
At this level, Garlic is about 20.6% above the period average, sitting just 2.0% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Garlic rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Anaiyur(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
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Garlic.
That ₹4,500 (17.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Garlic fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹16,000 and ₹25,000, with the average around ₹20,319. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
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
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 market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Garlic stood at Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 17 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.