Turning to the 26 Oct 2026 APMC board, Garlic was quoted at ₹19,500 per quintal in Karimangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Garlic Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹20,000
- Lowest Price Today₹19,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹19,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 Oct 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 8.6% below the period average and just 18.8% 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
Here's how Garlic rates stacked up across reporting markets on 26 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹31,000 |
| 2 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹30,500 |
| 3 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 5 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 6 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 7 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Thirupathur RM APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Kallakurichi(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.
A spread of ₹5,000 (19.2%) 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 Karimangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC ranged between ₹12,000 and ₹24,000, with the average around ₹21,339. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 25 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 23 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 22 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 21 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 20 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 18 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,500 |
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
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 26 Oct 2026, Garlic traded at this rate in Karimangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.