Reading today's price tape for 17 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹20,000 per quintal in Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What Put Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Garlic arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹20,000
- Lowest Price Today₹20,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹20,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Garlic is about 0.0% below the period average — just 4.8% 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
This table ranks Garlic rates across active mandis for 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹30,500 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 3 Kamthi APMC | ₹28,550 |
| 4 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 5 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 6 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 7 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 8 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 11 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 12 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹4,000 (15.1%), 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 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Garlic prices at Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹17,000 and ₹21,000, with the average around ₹20,002. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09 Nov | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 08 Nov | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 07 Nov | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 06 Nov | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 05 Nov | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 04 Nov | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 03 Nov | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 02 Nov | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 01 Nov | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 31 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 30 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 29 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 28 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 27 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 26 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 25 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 24 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 23 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 22 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 21 Oct | ₹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
Going to the top Garlic market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Garlic rate on 17 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.