In today's crop-price rundown for 17 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹19,000 per quintal in Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What's Behind Today's Garlic Price
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹24,000
- Lowest Price Today₹14,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹19,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Garlic rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 0.3% above the period average and just 26.9% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Garlic rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹30,500 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 3 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 5 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 6 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 7 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 11 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 12 Elampillai(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 ₹4,500 (17.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Garlic matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
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 ₹18,950. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 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 |
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Aug 2026, Garlic traded at this rate in Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.