Here's the 22 Sep 2026 mandi snapshot — Garlic was quoted at ₹7,888 per quintal in Ashta APMC. This is one of several Garlic rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Garlic Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,888
- Lowest Price Today₹3,470
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,888
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Sep 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
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 22.9% below the period average — just 46.0% 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
The table below lines up Garlic rates across the markets that reported on 22 Sep 2026, so you can see where Ashta APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,000 |
| 2 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 3 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 4 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 5 Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 6 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 7 Padappai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 8 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 11 Arani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 12 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
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 ₹2,500 (9.4%), 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 Ashta APMC ranged between ₹2,600 and ₹14,600, with the average around ₹10,232. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Sep | ₹7,888 | ₹3,470 | ₹7,888 |
| 17 Sep | ₹9,600 | ₹6,300 | ₹9,600 |
| 21 Aug | ₹14,500 | ₹5,300 | ₹11,900 |
| 20 Aug | ₹14,600 | ₹7,310 | ₹10,700 |
| 19 Aug | ₹13,310 | ₹5,000 | ₹10,900 |
| 24 Jul | ₹10,920 | ₹2,600 | ₹10,920 |
| 23 Jul | ₹13,700 | ₹4,680 | ₹8,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹12,960 | ₹4,440 | ₹7,700 |
| 17 Jul | ₹14,200 | ₹5,200 | ₹14,200 |
| 15 Jul | ₹14,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹11,010 |
| 13 Jul | ₹13,000 | ₹5,300 | ₹13,000 |
| 10 Jul | ₹13,400 | ₹3,800 | ₹7,400 |
| 29 Jun | ₹9,300 | ₹9,300 | ₹9,300 |
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
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Ashta APMC logged this Garlic rate on 22 Sep 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.