With the 20 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Garlic was quoted at ₹21,500 per quintal in Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Garlic markets.
01What Put Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹23,000
- Lowest Price Today₹20,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹21,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 8.7% above the period average and just 25.9% 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 20 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 | ₹29,000 |
| 3 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 4 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 5 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Thiruchengodu RM APMC | ₹26,250 |
| 8 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 9 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 10 Thirupathur RM APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Arani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 12 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
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.
At ₹4,000 (16.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Garlic matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Garlic prices at Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹10,000 and ₹29,000, with the average around ₹19,772. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹23,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹23,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 18 Oct | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹23,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹29,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
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
For Garlic, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
Net-net, Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Garlic rate on 20 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.