In the mandi rate roundup for 18 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹18,550 per quintal in Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What's Behind Today's Garlic Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹20,000
- Lowest Price Today₹17,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹18,550
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 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.
This puts Garlic about 15.3% above the period average, and just 11.7% 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 18 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 | ₹27,000 |
| 5 Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Tiruchengode APMC | ₹24,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Garlic.
The ₹6,000 (24.5%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹21,000, with the average around ₹16,086. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹17,100 | ₹18,550 |
| 17 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹16,400 | ₹18,200 |
| 16 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹16,400 | ₹18,200 |
| 15 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹15,200 | ₹16,100 |
| 14 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹17,100 | ₹18,550 |
| 13 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,100 | ₹19,050 |
| 12 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹19,100 | ₹20,050 |
| 11 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹19,100 | ₹19,550 |
| 10 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹17,500 | ₹18,750 |
| 09 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹16,100 | ₹17,550 |
| 08 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹16,700 | ₹17,850 |
| 07 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,300 | ₹19,150 |
| 06 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,300 | ₹19,150 |
| 05 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,300 | ₹19,150 |
| 04 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹15,800 | ₹17,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹15,200 | ₹16,100 |
| 02 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹17,700 | ₹18,850 |
| 01 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,700 | ₹19,350 |
| 31 Jul | ₹17,300 | ₹17,300 | ₹17,300 |
| 30 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹17,300 | ₹18,650 |
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
Selling Garlic well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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: Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Garlic at this level on 18 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.