Going by the latest APMC figures for 26 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹5,900 per quintal in Samsabad APMC. This is one of several Garlic rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What Put Samsabad APMC on Top Today
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Garlic arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 8.4% below the period average and just 41.0% short of 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
The table below lines up Garlic rates across the markets that reported on 26 Aug 2026, so you can see where Samsabad APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹30,000 |
| 2 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 3 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 4 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 5 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 9 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 10 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 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.
At ₹4,000 (15.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Garlic matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Garlic prices at Samsabad APMC ranged between ₹4,800 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹6,440. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 24 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 22 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 21 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 19 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,900 |
| 09 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,800 |
| 02 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,100 |
| 01 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,100 |
| 25 Jul | ₹8,400 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 23 Jul | ₹8,700 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,600 |
| 18 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 14 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,333 |
| 12 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 25 Jun | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 24 Jun | ₹5,400 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,040 |
| 20 Jun | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Garlic today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
Net-net, Samsabad APMC posted this Garlic rate on 26 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.