In the latest market update for 18 Sep 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹22,800 per quintal in Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Garlic Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹23,600
- Lowest Price Today₹22,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹22,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Garlic is about 13.3% above the period average — just 3.4% 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 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,000 |
| 2 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 3 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 4 Pudukottai(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 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Polur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 11 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 12 Dindigul(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.
At ₹2,500 (9.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Garlic matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Garlic prices at Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹14,000 and ₹23,600, with the average around ₹20,126. 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 | ₹23,600 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,800 |
| 17 Sep | ₹23,600 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,800 |
| 16 Sep | ₹23,600 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,800 |
| 15 Sep | ₹23,600 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,800 |
| 14 Sep | ₹23,600 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,800 |
| 13 Sep | ₹23,600 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,800 |
| 12 Sep | ₹23,600 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,800 |
| 11 Sep | ₹23,600 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,800 |
| 10 Sep | ₹23,600 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,800 |
| 09 Sep | ₹23,600 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,800 |
| 08 Sep | ₹23,600 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,800 |
| 07 Sep | ₹23,600 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,800 |
| 06 Sep | ₹23,600 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,800 |
| 05 Sep | ₹23,600 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,800 |
| 04 Sep | ₹23,600 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,800 |
| 03 Sep | ₹23,600 | ₹21,500 | ₹22,550 |
| 02 Sep | ₹23,400 | ₹21,500 | ₹22,450 |
| 01 Sep | ₹23,400 | ₹21,500 | ₹22,450 |
| 31 Aug | ₹23,400 | ₹21,500 | ₹22,450 |
| 30 Aug | ₹23,400 | ₹21,500 | ₹22,450 |
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
Before carting Garlic to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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.