Based on what the markets reported on 16 Oct 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹24,500 per quintal in Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹25,000
- Lowest Price Today₹24,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹24,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 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.
At this level, Garlic is about 6.5% above the period average, sitting just 12.5% 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
The table below lines up Garlic rates across the markets that reported on 16 Oct 2026, so you can see where Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,000 |
| 2 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 3 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 5 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 6 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 7 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
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.
A spread of ₹3,000 (11.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Garlic prices at Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹16,000 and ₹28,000, with the average around ₹23,006. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹27,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹27,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹27,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹27,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹27,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹27,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹27,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹27,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹27,000 | ₹27,500 |
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
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Garlic rate at Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 16 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.