In the day's wholesale-price digest for 18 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹8,500 per quintal in Saharanpur APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Saharanpur APMC on Top Today
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,500
- Lowest Price Today₹8,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Garlic is about 10.0% above the period average — just 19.0% 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 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 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Elampillai(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.
The ₹5,500 (22.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Saharanpur APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹10,500, with the average around ₹7,726. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,250 |
| 13 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,800 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,768 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,475 |
| 02 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,106 |
| 01 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,614 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹6,200 | ₹7,670 |
| 26 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,271 |
| 25 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,658 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹7,100 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,067 |
| 18 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 16 Jul | ₹8,300 | ₹8,300 | ₹8,300 |
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
When picking where to sell Garlic, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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 wrap up, Saharanpur APMC logged this Garlic rate on 18 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.