Here's the 30 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Garlic, clocking the day's best rate at ₹29,000 per quintal. No other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
01What Put Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
A yard rarely tops the list by chance — it usually reflects genuine, repeated demand through the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹30,000
- Lowest Price Today₹28,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹29,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date30 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Garlic is about 7.0% above the period average — just 3.3% 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
Here's how Garlic rates stacked up across reporting markets on 30 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,000 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 3 Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 4 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 5 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 9 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 10 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Thirupathur APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 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.
A spread of ₹3,000 (11.5%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹20,000 and ₹30,000, with the average around ₹27,092. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 30 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 28 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹29,000 | ₹29,500 |
| 27 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 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 |
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
Before carting Garlic to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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
In short, Garlic found its strongest bid at Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 30 Aug 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.