Here's the 18 Sep 2026 mandi snapshot — Garlic was quoted at ₹20,000 per quintal in Pollachi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What's Behind Today's Garlic Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹22,000
- Lowest Price Today₹18,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹20,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 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 2.3% above the period average — just 9.1% 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
Here's how Garlic rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,000 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 3 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 4 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 5 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 6 Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 7 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 8 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 11 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 12 Polur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Garlic.
A spread of ₹2,500 (9.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Garlic prices at Pollachi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹13,000 and ₹22,000, with the average around ₹19,544. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 06 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Pollachi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Garlic rate on 18 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.