In the day's wholesale-price digest for 25 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹20,000 per quintal in Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹20,000
- Lowest Price Today₹20,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹20,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date25 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.
At this level, Garlic is about 0.8% above the period average, sitting just 4.8% 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 25 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,000 |
| 2 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 3 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 4 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 5 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 6 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
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 ₹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 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹17,000 and ₹21,000, with the average around ₹19,838. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹20,400 | ₹20,400 | ₹20,400 |
| 06 Aug | ₹20,400 | ₹20,400 | ₹20,400 |
| 05 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
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 sum up, this was the Garlic rate at Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 25 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.