Turning to the 19 Aug 2026 APMC board, Garlic was quoted at ₹15,000 per quintal in Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Garlic today.
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₹20,000
- Lowest Price Today₹10,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹15,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Garlic rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 1.1% below the period average and just 37.5% 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 19 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 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹6,500 (27.1%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹10,000 and ₹24,000, with the average around ₹15,172. 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 | ₹20,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹15,000 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 19 Aug 2026, Garlic traded at this rate in Theni(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.