Going by the latest APMC figures for 26 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹21,900 per quintal in AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Garlic Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹23,800
- Lowest Price Today₹20,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹21,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Garlic rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Garlic about 2.0% above the period average, and just 12.4% 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
This table ranks Garlic rates across active mandis for 26 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹30,000 |
| 2 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 3 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 4 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 5 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 9 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 10 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 KKNagar(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.
That ₹4,000 (15.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Garlic fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹13,000 and ₹25,000, with the average around ₹21,469. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Aug | ₹23,800 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,900 |
| 25 Aug | ₹23,800 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,900 |
| 24 Aug | ₹23,800 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,900 |
| 23 Aug | ₹23,800 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,900 |
| 22 Aug | ₹23,800 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,900 |
| 21 Aug | ₹23,800 | ₹23,500 | ₹23,650 |
| 20 Aug | ₹23,800 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,900 |
| 19 Aug | ₹23,800 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,900 |
| 18 Aug | ₹23,800 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,900 |
| 17 Aug | ₹23,800 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,900 |
| 16 Aug | ₹23,800 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,900 |
| 15 Aug | ₹23,800 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,900 |
| 14 Aug | ₹23,800 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,400 |
| 13 Aug | ₹23,800 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,900 |
| 12 Aug | ₹23,800 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,900 |
| 11 Aug | ₹23,800 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,900 |
| 10 Aug | ₹23,800 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,900 |
| 09 Aug | ₹23,800 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,900 |
| 08 Aug | ₹23,800 | ₹23,800 | ₹23,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹23,800 | ₹23,400 | ₹23,600 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Garlic at this level on 26 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.