Turning to the 16 Oct 2026 APMC board, Garlic was quoted at ₹23,750 per quintal in Andipatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
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₹24,000
- Lowest Price Today₹23,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹23,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Here's where today's Garlic rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 0.8% above the period average and just 1.0% 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 16 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 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 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Garlic.
The ₹3,000 (11.5%) 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 Andipatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹22,000 and ₹24,000, with the average around ₹23,561. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹23,500 | ₹23,750 |
| 15 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹23,500 | ₹23,750 |
| 25 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹23,500 | ₹23,750 |
| 17 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹23,500 | ₹23,750 |
| 11 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 |
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
Selling Garlic well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 16 Oct 2026, Garlic traded at this rate in Andipatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.