In the latest market update for 18 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹18,000 per quintal in Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Garlic today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Garlic Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹18,000
- Lowest Price Today₹18,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹18,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 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.
Right now Garlic is about 6.9% below the period average — just 35.7% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Garlic rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 5 Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Medavakkam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
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.
That ₹5,500 (22.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Garlic fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹16,000 and ₹28,000, with the average around ₹19,339. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹28,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
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
Before carting Garlic to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Garlic rate on 18 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.