With the 16 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Garlic was quoted at ₹24,000 per quintal in Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹28,000
- Lowest Price Today₹20,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹24,000
- 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.
Today's rate is about 2.6% above the period average and just 14.3% 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
Here's how Garlic rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 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 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 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Tiruvannamalai(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.
A spread of ₹5,500 (22.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹20,000 and ₹28,000, with the average around ₹23,381. 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 | ₹28,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹25,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹25,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹25,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹28,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹28,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹26,000 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Garlic, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Garlic rate on 16 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.