Looking at how the yards traded on 30 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹18,500 per quintal in Pallikonda(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Garlic Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹19,000
- Lowest Price Today₹18,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹18,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date30 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Garlic rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Garlic is about 5.5% below the period average, sitting just 15.9% 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 30 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,000 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 3 Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 4 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 5 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 9 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 10 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Thirupathur APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Kallakurichi(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.
At ₹3,000 (11.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Garlic matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Pallikonda(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC ranged between ₹15,000 and ₹22,000, with the average around ₹19,586. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 30 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 29 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 28 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 27 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 26 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
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
Before carting Garlic to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Garlic rate at Pallikonda(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC on 30 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.