Across the reporting yards on 15 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹18,500 per quintal in Vadalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What Put Vadalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
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₹20,000
- Lowest Price Today₹17,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹18,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 17.5% below the period average and just 33.9% 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
The table below lines up Garlic rates across the markets that reported on 15 Aug 2026, so you can see where Vadalur(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
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Garlic.
The ₹5,000 (19.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Vadalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹16,000 and ₹28,000, with the average around ₹22,424. 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 | ₹20,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹21,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹23,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
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
For Garlic, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
Net-net, Vadalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Garlic rate on 15 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.