In the day's wholesale-price digest for 04 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹26,000 per quintal in Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Garlic Rate
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₹24,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹26,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date04 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Garlic is about 18.9% above the period average, sitting just 13.3% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Garlic rates across the markets that reported on 04 Aug 2026, so you can see where Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹31,000 |
| 2 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹31,000 |
| 3 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹30,500 |
| 4 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 5 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 6 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 7 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 8 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 9 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 11 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 12 Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Garlic.
The ₹5,000 (19.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹15,000 and ₹30,000, with the average around ₹21,865. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹26,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹25,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹26,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 26 Jul | ₹26,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹25,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹26,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹26,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹26,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹26,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹28,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 19 Jul | ₹26,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹26,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹26,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹24,000 |
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
For Garlic, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Garlic stood at Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 04 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.