As the 19 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Garlic was quoted at ₹21,000 per quintal in Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Garlic Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹24,000
- Lowest Price Today₹18,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹21,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 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.
Today's rate is about 10.6% above the period average and just 19.2% 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
The table below lines up Garlic rates across the markets that reported on 19 Aug 2026, so you can see where Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 5 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 6 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 7 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 10 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 11 Medavakkam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 12 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
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.
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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹12,000 and ₹26,000, with the average around ₹18,984. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 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 |
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
For Garlic, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 19 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.