In the price report dated 22 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹27,000 per quintal in Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
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₹26,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹27,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 9.2% above the period average and just 3.6% 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
The table below lines up Garlic rates across the markets that reported on 22 Aug 2026, so you can see where Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,000 |
| 2 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 3 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 4 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 5 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹26,460 |
| 10 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 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.
That ₹3,000 (11.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Garlic fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
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 ₹24,720. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 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 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Garlic today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Garlic rate on 22 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.