In today's crop-price rundown for 18 Sep 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹25,600 per quintal in Palakkad Market APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Garlic Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹26,000
- Lowest Price Today₹25,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹25,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Garlic about 23.2% above the period average, and just 5.2% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Garlic rates across the markets that reported on 18 Sep 2026, so you can see where Palakkad Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,000 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 3 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 4 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 5 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 6 Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 7 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 8 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 11 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 12 Polur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹2,500 (9.4%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Palakkad Market APMC ranged between ₹13,000 and ₹27,000, with the average around ₹20,777. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,600 |
| 17 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,600 |
| 16 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹25,500 | ₹26,300 |
| 15 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,600 |
| 14 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹25,500 | ₹26,300 |
| 12 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹25,500 | ₹26,300 |
| 11 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹25,500 | ₹26,300 |
| 10 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,600 |
| 09 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,600 |
| 08 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,600 |
| 07 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,600 |
| 05 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,600 |
| 03 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,600 |
| 02 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,100 |
| 01 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,100 |
| 31 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,100 |
| 29 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,100 |
| 25 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,100 |
| 24 Aug | ₹26,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹25,100 |
| 23 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹23,500 | ₹24,300 |
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
The day's best Garlic rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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
The takeaway: Palakkad Market APMC reported Garlic at this level on 18 Sep 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.