As the 15 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Garlic was quoted at ₹28,000 per quintal in KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Garlic Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹28,000
- Lowest Price Today₹28,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹28,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Garlic about 1.2% above the period average, and just 12.5% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Garlic rates stacked up across reporting markets on 15 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 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 5 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 6 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
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 ₹5,000 (19.6%) 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 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹22,000 and ₹32,000, with the average around ₹27,664. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹28,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹28,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹28,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹32,000 | ₹32,000 | ₹32,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹32,000 | ₹32,000 | ₹32,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹32,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹31,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹32,000 | ₹32,000 | ₹32,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹32,000 | ₹32,000 | ₹32,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹32,000 | ₹32,000 | ₹32,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹32,000 | ₹32,000 | ₹32,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹32,000 | ₹32,000 | ₹32,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹32,000 | ₹32,000 | ₹32,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 |
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 headline Garlic rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Garlic at this level on 15 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.