As fresh arrivals settled on 23 Aug 2026, KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Garlic, clocking the day's best rate at ₹30,000 per quintal. Demand here ran firm enough to push it past every other reporting market.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Garlic Rate
A market that leads tends to do so because buyers competed for the day's better stock.
- Highest Recorded Price₹30,000
- Lowest Price Today₹30,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹30,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Garlic rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Garlic about 9.4% above the period average, and just 6.3% 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
This table ranks Garlic rates across active mandis for 23 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹30,000 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 3 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 4 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,500 |
| 5 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 6 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 12 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹24,300 |
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 ₹5,700 (23.5%) 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 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹22,000 and ₹32,000, with the average around ₹27,432. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹26,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹28,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹28,000 |
| 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 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Garlic, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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
The takeaway: KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC was the market to beat for Garlic on 23 Aug 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.