From today's trading desk on 16 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹8,000 per quintal in Ghiraur APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Garlic Rate
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Garlic rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Garlic is about 10.3% above the period average — right at 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 16 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 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 5 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 6 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 12 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
A spread of ₹6,500 (27.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Ghiraur APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹7,251. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In short, Garlic changed hands at this rate in Ghiraur APMC on 16 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.