Going by the latest APMC figures for 19 Oct 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹17,000 per quintal in Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹19,000
- Lowest Price Today₹15,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹17,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Here's where today's Garlic rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Garlic about 0.9% above the period average, and just 10.5% 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 19 Oct 2026, so you can see where Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,000 |
| 2 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 3 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 5 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 6 Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 KKNagar(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.
The ₹3,000 (11.5%) 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 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Garlic prices at Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹14,000 and ₹19,000, with the average around ₹16,844. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹19,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 18 Oct | ₹19,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹19,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹19,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹19,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹19,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹19,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹19,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹16,000 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Garlic, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Garlic at this level on 19 Oct 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.