In the mandi rate roundup for 18 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹24,000 per quintal in Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Garlic markets in the table that follows.
01What's Behind Today's Garlic Price
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹25,000
- Lowest Price Today₹23,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹24,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Garlic rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Garlic about 16.8% above the period average, and just 4.0% 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
The table below lines up Garlic rates across the markets that reported on 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 5 Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Medavakkam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
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.
That ₹5,500 (22.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Garlic fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹16,000 and ₹25,000, with the average around ₹20,550. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 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 |
| 06 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹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 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Garlic today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Garlic at this level on 18 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.