In the mandi rate roundup for 20 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.
01What Put Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹16,000
- Lowest Price Today₹15,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹15,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Garlic rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Garlic about 8.3% below the period average, and just 28.4% 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
Here's how Garlic rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 | ₹27,750 |
| 5 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 6 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 7 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
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.
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 ₹17,168. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,500 | ₹15,750 |
| 20 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,500 | ₹15,750 |
| 19 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,500 | ₹15,750 |
| 18 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,500 | ₹15,750 |
| 17 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,500 | ₹15,750 |
| 16 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,500 | ₹15,750 |
| 15 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,500 | ₹15,750 |
| 14 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,500 | ₹15,750 |
| 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 |
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
When picking where to sell Garlic, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
The takeaway: Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Garlic at this level on 20 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.