Across the reporting yards on 21 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹22,000 per quintal in Vellore APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Garlic Price
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
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 11.4% above the period average and right at the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Garlic rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,500 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 3 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 5 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
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 ₹3,500 (13.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Garlic matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Vellore APMC ranged between ₹16,000 and ₹22,000, with the average around ₹19,750. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 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 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Vellore APMC posted this Garlic rate on 21 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.