In the mandi rate roundup for 17 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹21,000 per quintal in RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Garlic Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹22,000
- Lowest Price Today₹20,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹21,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Garlic rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Garlic about 5.3% above the period average, and just 4.5% 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 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 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 5 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 10 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
At ₹4,500 (17.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Garlic matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹18,000 and ₹22,000, with the average around ₹19,935. 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 | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
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
Selling Garlic well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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: RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Garlic at this level on 17 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.