Reading today's price tape for 23 Sep 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹22,000 per quintal in Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Chengam(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₹24,000
- Lowest Price Today₹20,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹22,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Sep 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Garlic rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Garlic is about 2.4% below the period average — just 26.7% 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
This table ranks Garlic rates across active mandis for 23 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,000 |
| 2 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 3 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 4 Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 5 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 6 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 7 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 8 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 11 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Thammampatti (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.
At ₹3,000 (11.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Garlic matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Garlic prices at Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹16,000 and ₹30,000, with the average around ₹22,544. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 06 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
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
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Garlic rate on 23 Sep 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.