Pulling together the 18 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Garlic was quoted at ₹22,000 per quintal in Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What Put Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹22,000
- Lowest Price Today₹22,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹22,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 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.
At this level, Garlic is about 1.3% above the period average, sitting just 4.3% 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
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
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Garlic.
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.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹17,000 and ₹23,000, with the average around ₹21,708. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹23,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹23,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,000 |
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
The day's best Garlic rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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
All told, this is where Garlic stood at Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 18 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.