Reading today's price tape for 18 Oct 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹26,500 per quintal in Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Garlic today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Garlic Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹28,000
- Lowest Price Today₹25,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹26,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 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.
At this level, Garlic is about 7.1% above the period average, sitting just 33.8% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
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 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 8 Thirupathur RM APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 9 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 10 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Arani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
That ₹3,500 (13.7%) 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 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹14,000 and ₹40,000, with the average around ₹24,744. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
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
Before carting Garlic to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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 sum up, this was the Garlic rate at Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 18 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.