In the price report dated 18 Oct 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹8,444 per quintal in Mehmoodabad APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What Put Mehmoodabad APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,444
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 5.5% above the period average and just 29.6% 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
This table ranks Garlic rates across active mandis for 18 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,000 |
| 2 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 3 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 5 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 8 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 9 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 10 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Thirupathur RM APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Arani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Garlic.
At ₹3,500 (13.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Garlic matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Garlic prices at Mehmoodabad APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹12,000, with the average around ₹8,007. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,444 |
| 23 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 06 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,684 |
| 19 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 28 Jun | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 17 Jun | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
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 often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Mehmoodabad APMC posted this Garlic rate on 18 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.