From today's trading desk on 16 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹20,500 per quintal in Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Garlic today.
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₹27,000
- Lowest Price Today₹14,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹20,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 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.
Right now Garlic is about 6.3% above the period average — just 24.1% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Garlic rates across active mandis for 16 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹30,500 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 3 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 5 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 6 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 7 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Medavakkam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
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.
At ₹5,500 (22.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Garlic matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹11,000 and ₹27,000, with the average around ₹19,279. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 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 |
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
For Garlic, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Garlic changed hands at this rate in Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 16 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.