In the day's wholesale-price digest for 24 Aug 2026, Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Garlic, clocking the day's best rate at ₹29,000 per quintal. It edged out every other market that reported Garlic today, setting the tone for the session.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Garlic Rate
Strong rates like these tend to hold up when the trade behind them is broad, not just a one-off bid.
- Highest Recorded Price₹30,000
- Lowest Price Today₹28,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹29,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Garlic is about 7.5% above the period average, sitting just 3.3% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Garlic rates stacked up across reporting markets on 24 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,000 |
| 2 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 3 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 4 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 5 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 6 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 7 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹25,100 |
| 10 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 11 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 12 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
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.
The ₹5,000 (20.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹22,000 and ₹30,000, with the average around ₹26,986. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹29,000 | ₹29,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹29,000 | ₹29,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹29,000 | ₹29,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹29,000 | ₹29,500 |
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
Farmers comparing Garlic rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC led Garlic on 24 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.