Going by the latest APMC figures for 31 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹21,000 per quintal in Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What Put Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹21,000
- Lowest Price Today₹21,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹21,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 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.
This puts Garlic about 1.3% below the period average, and just 19.2% 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 31 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹31,000 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 3 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 5 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 6 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 11 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 KKNagar(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.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹18,000 and ₹26,000, with the average around ₹21,267. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Sep | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 30 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 28 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
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 headline Garlic rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
The takeaway: Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Garlic at this level on 31 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.