As fresh arrivals settled on 18 Oct 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹12,000 per quintal in Tanda Urmur APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Garlic today.
01What's Behind Today's Garlic Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹15,000
- Lowest Price Today₹11,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Garlic rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Garlic about 4.0% below the period average, and just 29.4% 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
Here's how Garlic rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,000 |
| 2 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 3 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 4 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 5 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 7 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 8 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 9 Thirupathur RM APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 10 Kallakurichi(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
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
That ₹4,000 (16.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Garlic fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Garlic prices at Tanda Urmur APMC ranged between ₹9,000 and ₹17,000, with the average around ₹12,500. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹14,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹13,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹17,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹17,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
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
Farmers comparing Garlic rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Tanda Urmur APMC reported Garlic at this level on 18 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.