Going by the latest APMC figures for 21 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹22,000 per quintal in Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
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₹24,000
- Lowest Price Today₹20,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹22,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Garlic rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 0.7% above the period average and just 12.0% 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 21 Aug 2026, so you can see where Hosur(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 | ₹29,500 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 3 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 5 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(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 ₹3,500 (13.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Garlic fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹15,000 and ₹25,000, with the average around ₹21,848. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
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
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
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, Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Garlic rate on 21 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.