Going by the latest APMC figures for 20 Oct 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹18,100 per quintal in Parappanangadi Market APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What Put Parappanangadi Market APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹18,200
- Lowest Price Today₹18,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹18,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Average)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Here's where today's Garlic rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Garlic about 0.3% below the period average, and just 7.2% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Garlic rates across active mandis for 20 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,000 |
| 2 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 3 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 4 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 5 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Thiruchengodu RM APMC | ₹26,250 |
| 8 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 9 Thirupathur RM APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 10 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Arani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 12 Manapparai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
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.
At ₹4,000 (16.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Garlic matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Garlic prices at Parappanangadi Market APMC ranged between ₹14,000 and ₹19,500, with the average around ₹18,159. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹18,200 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,100 |
| 19 Oct | ₹18,200 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,100 |
| 13 Oct | ₹17,200 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,100 |
| 12 Oct | ₹17,200 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,100 |
| 23 Sep | ₹17,700 | ₹17,500 | ₹17,600 |
| 22 Sep | ₹17,700 | ₹17,500 | ₹17,600 |
| 18 Sep | ₹17,700 | ₹17,500 | ₹17,600 |
| 17 Sep | ₹18,200 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,100 |
| 15 Sep | ₹18,200 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,100 |
| 14 Sep | ₹18,200 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,100 |
| 01 Sep | ₹19,200 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,100 |
| 24 Aug | ₹17,700 | ₹17,500 | ₹17,600 |
| 21 Aug | ₹18,700 | ₹18,500 | ₹18,600 |
| 19 Aug | ₹19,500 | ₹19,300 | ₹19,400 |
| 30 Jul | ₹18,700 | ₹18,500 | ₹18,600 |
| 13 Jul | ₹19,200 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,100 |
| 12 Jul | ₹19,200 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,100 |
| 09 Jul | ₹19,200 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,100 |
| 08 Jul | ₹19,200 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,100 |
| 07 Jul | ₹19,200 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,100 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Parappanangadi Market APMC reported Garlic at this level on 20 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.