In the mandi rate roundup for 30 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹22,500 per quintal in Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Garlic Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹25,000
- Lowest Price Today₹20,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹22,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date30 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Garlic about 5.6% above the period average, and just 13.5% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Garlic rates across active mandis for 30 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 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.
At ₹3,000 (11.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Garlic matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
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 ₹21,307. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹23,500 | ₹24,250 |
| 30 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 29 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 28 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 27 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 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 |
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
The headline Garlic rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
The takeaway: Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC reported Garlic at this level on 30 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.