Pulling together the 21 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Garlic was quoted at ₹22,500 per quintal in Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Garlic Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Garlic arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹25,000
- Lowest Price Today₹20,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹22,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Garlic is about 11.5% above the period average — just 13.5% 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
This table ranks Garlic rates across active mandis for 21 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,000 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 3 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 4 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 5 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Thirupathur RM APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 7 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 8 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 9 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 10 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
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.
At ₹3,000 (11.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Garlic matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Garlic prices at Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹12,000 and ₹26,000, with the average around ₹20,180. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In short, Garlic changed hands at this rate in Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 21 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.