Here's the 16 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Garlic was quoted at ₹20,000 per quintal in Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What's Behind Today's Garlic Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹22,000
- Lowest Price Today₹18,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹20,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Garlic is about 7.0% above the period average, sitting just 16.7% 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
The table below lines up Garlic rates across the markets that reported on 16 Aug 2026, so you can see where Sulur(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 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 7 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 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.
At ₹5,500 (22.0%), 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 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹12,000 and ₹24,000, with the average around ₹18,683. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 27 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
Aim for the best-paying Garlic yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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 sum up, this was the Garlic rate at Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 16 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.