Reading today's price tape for 18 Sep 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹5,000 per quintal in Akodiya APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Garlic today.
01What Put Akodiya APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,105
- Lowest Price Today₹500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Average)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Garlic is about 46.4% below the period average — just 73.5% 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 18 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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
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.
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.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Akodiya APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹18,900, with the average around ₹9,330. 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 | ₹5,105 | ₹500 | ₹5,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹14,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 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 |
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
To wrap up, Akodiya APMC logged this Garlic rate on 18 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.