With the 14 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Garlic was quoted at ₹20,500 per quintal in Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Garlic today.
01What's Behind Today's Garlic Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹27,000
- Lowest Price Today₹14,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹20,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 6.2% above the period average and just 24.1% 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 14 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,500 |
| 2 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 3 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 5 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 6 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 7 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 11 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 12 Kallakurichi(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 ₹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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹11,000 and ₹27,000, with the average around ₹19,302. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹26,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹27,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹27,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹22,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹27,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹27,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 26 Jul | ₹27,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹20,000 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 14 Aug 2026, Garlic traded at this rate in Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.