With the 21 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Garlic was quoted at ₹16,000 per quintal in Madhuranthagam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put Madhuranthagam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹16,000
- Lowest Price Today₹16,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹16,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 10.9% above the period average and just 11.1% 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
Here's how Garlic rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,500 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 3 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 5 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(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.
The ₹3,500 (13.5%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Madhuranthagam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹12,000 and ₹18,000, with the average around ₹14,429. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Garlic, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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
Net-net, Madhuranthagam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Garlic rate on 21 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.