From today's trading desk on 12 Oct 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹26,000 per quintal in Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Garlic today.
01What Put Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹28,000
- Lowest Price Today₹24,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹26,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 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.
Right now Garlic is about 3.5% above the period average — just 7.1% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Garlic rates across the markets that reported on 12 Oct 2026, so you can see where Melapalayam(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 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 3 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 4 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 5 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 10 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Thirupathur APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Kallakurichi(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.
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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Garlic prices at Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹18,000 and ₹28,000, with the average around ₹25,117. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹28,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹25,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹25,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹25,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹25,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹25,500 |
| 06 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹25,500 |
| 04 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 02 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 01 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹23,500 |
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
Going to the top Garlic market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Garlic rate on 12 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.