Pulling together the 16 Sep 2026 mandi readings, Garlic was quoted at ₹9,400 per quintal in Akodiya APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Garlic Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,701
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Sep 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Average)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Garlic is about 1.7% above the period average — just 50.3% 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 16 Sep 2026, so you can see where Akodiya APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,000 |
| 2 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 3 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 5 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 6 Medavakkam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 7 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 11 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹26,300 |
| 12 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
That ₹3,000 (11.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Garlic fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Akodiya APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹18,900, with the average around ₹9,242. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹1,812 | ₹5,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹12,701 | ₹2,000 | ₹9,400 |
| 15 Sep | ₹14,901 | ₹2,000 | ₹10,600 |
| 10 Sep | ₹15,301 | ₹500 | ₹6,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹11,500 | ₹5,850 | ₹11,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹16,500 | ₹500 | ₹5,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹15,100 | ₹1,500 | ₹10,900 |
| 05 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹6,901 |
| 03 Sep | ₹13,900 | ₹500 | ₹11,800 |
| 02 Sep | ₹16,901 | ₹2,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹16,001 | ₹4,400 | ₹12,900 |
| 29 Aug | ₹13,100 | ₹3,800 | ₹9,800 |
| 27 Aug | ₹18,900 | ₹7,401 | ₹13,600 |
| 25 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹12,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹14,601 | ₹2,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹17,701 | ₹2,600 | ₹13,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹3,200 | ₹12,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹16,200 | ₹500 | ₹14,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹13,301 | ₹3,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹17,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹13,000 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Akodiya APMC logged this Garlic rate on 16 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.