As fresh arrivals settled on 18 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹18,500 per quintal in Vadalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Garlic yards.
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₹20,000
- Lowest Price Today₹17,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹18,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 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.
This puts Garlic about 16.9% below the period average, and just 33.9% 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 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 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 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Tiruvannamalai(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
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Garlic.
A spread of ₹5,500 (22.0%) 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 Vadalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹16,000 and ₹28,000, with the average around ₹22,274. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 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 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Vadalur(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.