Pulling together the 22 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Garlic was quoted at ₹22,500 per quintal in Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Garlic Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹25,000
- Lowest Price Today₹20,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹22,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 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 7.2% above the period average, sitting just 13.5% 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 22 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,000 |
| 2 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 3 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 4 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 5 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹26,460 |
| 10 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 KKNagar(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.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC ranged between ₹16,000 and ₹26,000, with the average around ₹20,998. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹23,500 | ₹24,250 |
| 22 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹23,500 | ₹24,250 |
| 16 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹23,500 | ₹24,250 |
| 09 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹26,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹26,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
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
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
All told, this is where Garlic stood at Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC on 22 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.