Going by the latest APMC figures for 12 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹15,750 per quintal in Palacode(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
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹16,000
- Lowest Price Today₹15,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹15,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 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.
Today's rate is about 9.3% below the period average and just 28.4% 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
This table ranks Garlic rates across active mandis for 12 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹30,500 |
| 2 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 3 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 4 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 5 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 6 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 7 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Garlic.
That ₹4,500 (17.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Garlic fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹14,000 and ₹22,000, with the average around ₹17,367. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,500 | ₹15,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,500 | ₹15,750 |
| 11 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,500 | ₹15,750 |
| 10 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹17,500 | ₹17,750 |
| 09 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹17,500 | ₹17,750 |
| 08 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹17,500 | ₹17,750 |
| 06 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹17,500 | ₹17,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,500 | ₹15,750 |
| 04 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹14,500 | ₹14,750 |
| 03 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹14,500 | ₹14,750 |
| 02 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,500 | ₹15,750 |
| 01 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,500 | ₹15,750 |
| 31 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹15,500 | ₹15,750 |
| 29 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹15,500 | ₹15,750 |
| 28 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹17,500 | ₹17,750 |
| 27 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹17,500 | ₹17,750 |
| 26 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹17,500 | ₹17,750 |
| 25 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹17,500 | ₹17,750 |
| 24 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Garlic rate on 12 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.