Across the reporting yards on 16 Oct 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹17,500 per quintal in Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Garlic markets.
01What Put Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Garlic arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹20,000
- Lowest Price Today₹15,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹17,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 13.0% below the period average and just 27.1% 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 16 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,000 |
| 2 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 3 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 5 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 6 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 7 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Namakkal(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 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹12,000 and ₹24,000, with the average around ₹20,111. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Garlic today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
Net-net, Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Garlic rate on 16 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.