In the latest market update for 16 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹19,000 per quintal in Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What's Behind Today's Garlic Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹24,000
- Lowest Price Today₹14,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹19,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Garlic is about 0.3% above the period average, sitting just 26.9% 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
This table ranks Garlic rates across active mandis for 16 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 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 5 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 6 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 7 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
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.
A spread of ₹6,500 (27.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹12,000 and ₹26,000, with the average around ₹18,949. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹26,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹26,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹26,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹26,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹26,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹26,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹24,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹24,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹24,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹24,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹24,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹19,000 |
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
The day's best Garlic rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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 Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 16 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.