With the 18 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Garlic was quoted at ₹18,000 per quintal in Vadalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put Vadalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹20,000
- Lowest Price Today₹16,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹18,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Garlic rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 11.4% below the period average and just 35.7% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Garlic rates across active mandis for 18 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 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 5 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 8 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 9 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 10 Thirupathur RM APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Arani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Garlic.
At ₹3,500 (13.7%), 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 Vadalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹13,000 and ₹28,000, with the average around ₹20,311. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 18 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
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
Selling Garlic well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Vadalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Garlic rate on 18 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.