Turning to the 17 Aug 2026 APMC board, Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Garlic, clocking the day's best rate at ₹30,500 per quintal. No other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
01What Put Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
A rate that leads the board is usually the product of many bids, not one generous buyer.
- Highest Recorded Price₹33,000
- Lowest Price Today₹28,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹30,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Garlic about 7.3% above the period average, and just 7.6% 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 17 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 Kamthi APMC | ₹28,550 |
| 4 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 5 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 6 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 7 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 8 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 11 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 12 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Garlic.
At ₹4,000 (15.1%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Garlic matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Garlic prices at Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹22,000 and ₹33,000, with the average around ₹28,433. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09 Nov | ₹33,000 | ₹32,000 | ₹32,500 |
| 07 Nov | ₹33,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹31,500 |
| 06 Nov | ₹33,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹31,500 |
| 05 Nov | ₹33,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 04 Nov | ₹33,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 03 Nov | ₹33,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹31,500 |
| 02 Nov | ₹33,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹31,500 |
| 31 Oct | ₹33,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹31,500 |
| 30 Oct | ₹33,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹29,500 |
| 29 Oct | ₹33,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 28 Oct | ₹33,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹30,500 |
| 27 Oct | ₹33,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹30,500 |
| 26 Oct | ₹33,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹30,500 |
| 25 Oct | ₹30,000 | ₹24,500 | ₹27,250 |
| 24 Oct | ₹30,000 | ₹24,500 | ₹27,250 |
| 23 Oct | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 22 Oct | ₹30,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 21 Oct | ₹30,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 20 Oct | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 19 Oct | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
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
Selling Garlic well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC was the market to beat for Garlic on 17 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.