Going by the latest APMC figures for 26 Aug 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹7,000 per quintal in Varanasi APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Garlic Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 20.6% above the period average and just 22.2% 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 Varanasi 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 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 10 Kallakurichi(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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹4,000 (15.4%) 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 Varanasi APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹5,805. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,240 |
| 19 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹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
The headline Garlic rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Varanasi 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.