From today's trading desk on 17 Oct 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹18,850 per quintal in Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Garlic Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Garlic arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹20,000
- Lowest Price Today₹17,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹18,850
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 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 5.2% above the period average, sitting just 14.3% 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 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,000 |
| 2 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 3 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 4 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 5 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 6 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 7 Thiruchengodu RM APMC | ₹26,750 |
| 8 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 KKNagar(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.
That ₹3,000 (11.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Garlic fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Garlic prices at Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹11,100 and ₹22,000, with the average around ₹17,921. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹17,700 | ₹18,850 |
| 16 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹17,100 | ₹18,550 |
| 15 Oct | ₹19,000 | ₹17,100 | ₹18,050 |
| 14 Oct | ₹19,000 | ₹17,100 | ₹18,050 |
| 13 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹17,500 | ₹18,750 |
| 12 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹18,100 | ₹19,050 |
| 25 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹19,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹17,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹17,700 | ₹18,850 |
| 21 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹17,700 | ₹18,850 |
| 20 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹17,700 | ₹18,850 |
| 19 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,300 | ₹19,150 |
| 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 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Garlic, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Garlic rate at Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 17 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.