Reading today's price tape for 05 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹21,000 per quintal in Vellore APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
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₹22,000
- Lowest Price Today₹20,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹21,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date05 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.
Right now Garlic is about 8.3% above the period average — just 4.5% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Garlic rates stacked up across reporting markets on 05 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹32,000 |
| 2 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹31,000 |
| 3 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹30,500 |
| 4 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,500 |
| 5 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 6 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 7 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 11 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 12 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹5,500 (20.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Garlic matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Vellore APMC ranged between ₹16,000 and ₹22,000, with the average around ₹19,398. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹21,500 | ₹21,500 | ₹21,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹21,500 | ₹21,500 | ₹21,500 |
| 26 Jul | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 19 Jul | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹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
Aim for the best-paying Garlic yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In short, Garlic changed hands at this rate in Vellore APMC on 05 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.