Pulling together the 15 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Garlic was quoted at ₹17,000 per quintal in Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
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₹18,000
- Lowest Price Today₹16,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹17,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
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 2.8% above the period average — just 5.6% 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
The table below lines up Garlic rates across the markets that reported on 15 Aug 2026, so you can see where Mettupalayam(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 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 5 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 6 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹5,000 (19.6%) 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 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹14,000 and ₹18,000, with the average around ₹16,533. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,000 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Garlic rate on 15 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.