Going by the latest APMC figures for 21 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹26,500 per quintal in Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What Put Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹28,000
- Lowest Price Today₹25,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹26,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 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 7.4% above the period average, and just 5.4% 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 21 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,500 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 3 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 5 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
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.
A spread of ₹3,500 (13.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹16,000 and ₹28,000, with the average around ₹24,685. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Garlic yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Garlic at this level on 21 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.