In the mandi rate roundup for 16 Oct 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹20,000 per quintal in Chengannur Market APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Garlic markets in the table that follows.
01What's Behind Today's Garlic Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹20,200
- Lowest Price Today₹19,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹20,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 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 1.0% below the period average and just 90.9% 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 16 Oct 2026, so you can see where Chengannur Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,000 |
| 2 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 3 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 5 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 6 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 7 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Kallakurichi(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 ₹3,000 (11.5%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Chengannur Market APMC ranged between ₹17,000 and ₹2,20,000, with the average around ₹20,197. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹20,200 | ₹19,500 | ₹20,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹19,500 | ₹18,800 | ₹19,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹18,300 | ₹17,800 | ₹18,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹18,000 | ₹17,400 | ₹17,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹20,200 | ₹19,500 | ₹20,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹20,300 | ₹19,600 | ₹20,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹20,200 | ₹19,500 | ₹20,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹20,500 | ₹19,500 | ₹20,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹20,500 | ₹19,800 | ₹20,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹20,200 | ₹19,600 | ₹20,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹20,500 | ₹19,600 | ₹20,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹21,000 | ₹19,600 | ₹20,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹20,500 | ₹19,800 | ₹20,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹21,500 | ₹21,800 |
| 07 Sep | ₹20,200 | ₹19,500 | ₹20,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹22,500 | ₹21,800 | ₹22,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹22,300 | ₹21,700 | ₹22,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹22,300 | ₹21,500 | ₹22,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹22,300 | ₹21,500 | ₹22,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹19,600 | ₹19,800 |
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
Selling Garlic well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Chengannur Market APMC posted this Garlic rate on 16 Oct 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.