Pulling together the 31 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Garlic, clocking the day's best rate at ₹31,000 per quintal. The gap to the next-best yard was wide enough to make this the day's clear Garlic leader.
01What Put Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
A market that leads tends to do so because buyers competed for the day's better stock.
- Highest Recorded Price₹32,000
- Lowest Price Today₹30,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹31,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 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.
At this level, Garlic is about 29.0% above the period average, sitting just 3.1% 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
The table below lines up Garlic rates across the markets that reported on 31 Aug 2026, so you can see where Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹31,000 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 3 Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 4 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 5 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 8 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 9 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 10 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹24,250 |
| 12 Manapparai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
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 ₹7,000 (29.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹16,000 and ₹32,000, with the average around ₹24,032. 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 | ₹32,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹31,000 |
| 30 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹27,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 26 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹27,500 | ₹27,750 |
| 19 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹27,500 | ₹27,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC led Garlic on 31 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.