Going by the latest APMC figures for 20 Oct 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹21,250 per quintal in Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Garlic yard so you can see where this one falls.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Garlic Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹22,500
- Lowest Price Today₹20,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹21,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 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.
This puts Garlic about 0.8% above the period average, and just 10.0% 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
Here's how Garlic rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,000 |
| 2 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 3 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 4 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 5 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Thiruchengodu RM APMC | ₹26,250 |
| 8 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 9 Arani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 10 Manapparai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 11 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 12 Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Garlic.
A spread of ₹4,500 (18.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Garlic prices at Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹15,000 and ₹23,600, with the average around ₹21,075. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹22,500 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,250 |
| 19 Oct | ₹22,500 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,250 |
| 18 Oct | ₹22,500 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,250 |
| 17 Oct | ₹22,500 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,250 |
| 16 Oct | ₹22,500 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,250 |
| 15 Oct | ₹22,500 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,250 |
| 14 Oct | ₹22,500 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,250 |
| 13 Oct | ₹23,600 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,800 |
| 12 Oct | ₹23,600 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,800 |
| 25 Sep | ₹23,600 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,800 |
| 24 Sep | ₹23,600 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,800 |
| 23 Sep | ₹23,600 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,800 |
| 22 Sep | ₹23,600 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,800 |
| 21 Sep | ₹23,600 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,800 |
| 20 Sep | ₹23,600 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,800 |
| 19 Sep | ₹23,600 | ₹21,000 | ₹22,300 |
| 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 |
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
When picking where to sell Garlic, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Garlic at this level on 20 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.