As fresh arrivals settled on 21 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹26,500 per quintal in Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Garlic today.
01What Put Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹28,000
- Lowest Price Today₹25,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹26,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Garlic rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 1.0% below the period average and just 17.2% 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
This table ranks Garlic rates across active mandis for 21 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,500 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 3 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 5 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 11 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
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 ₹3,500 (13.5%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Garlic prices at Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹16,000 and ₹32,000, with the average around ₹26,756. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Nov | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 11 Nov | ₹28,000 | ₹27,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 10 Nov | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 09 Nov | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 08 Nov | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 07 Nov | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 06 Nov | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 05 Nov | ₹28,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 04 Nov | ₹30,000 | ₹29,000 | ₹29,500 |
| 03 Nov | ₹30,000 | ₹29,000 | ₹29,500 |
| 02 Nov | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 01 Nov | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 31 Oct | ₹30,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 30 Oct | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 29 Oct | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 28 Oct | ₹32,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹31,000 |
| 27 Oct | ₹32,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹31,000 |
| 26 Oct | ₹32,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹31,000 |
| 25 Oct | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 24 Oct | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Garlic yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
Bottom line: on 21 Aug 2026, Garlic traded at this rate in Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.