Based on what the markets reported on 18 Sep 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹19,650 per quintal in Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹20,300
- Lowest Price Today₹19,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹19,650
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Garlic rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Garlic is about 14.9% above the period average, sitting just 10.7% 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
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.
The ₹2,500 (9.4%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Garlic prices at Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹22,000, with the average around ₹17,109. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹20,300 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,650 |
| 17 Sep | ₹20,300 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,650 |
| 16 Sep | ₹20,300 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,150 |
| 15 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹16,700 | ₹18,350 |
| 14 Sep | ₹21,000 | ₹17,300 | ₹19,150 |
| 13 Sep | ₹21,000 | ₹17,300 | ₹19,150 |
| 12 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹17,300 | ₹18,650 |
| 11 Sep | ₹19,000 | ₹17,300 | ₹18,150 |
| 10 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹16,700 | ₹18,350 |
| 09 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹16,700 | ₹18,350 |
| 08 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹16,700 | ₹18,350 |
| 07 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹17,100 | ₹19,550 |
| 06 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹17,100 | ₹18,550 |
| 05 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹17,100 | ₹19,550 |
| 04 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹16,700 | ₹18,350 |
| 03 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹16,700 | ₹18,350 |
| 02 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹16,700 | ₹18,350 |
| 01 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹16,700 | ₹18,350 |
| 31 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹16,400 | ₹17,700 |
| 30 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹17,100 | ₹18,550 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Garlic yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Garlic rate at Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 18 Sep 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.