Checking the day's mandi numbers for 18 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹24,000 per quintal in Thirupathur APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Garlic yards.
01What's Behind Today's Garlic Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹24,000
- Lowest Price Today₹24,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹24,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Garlic is about 6.2% above the period average, sitting right at 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
Here's how Garlic rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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.
At ₹5,500 (22.0%), 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 Thirupathur APMC ranged between ₹18,000 and ₹24,000, with the average around ₹22,600. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Garlic rate at Thirupathur APMC on 18 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.