In the mandi rate roundup for 18 Oct 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹23,500 per quintal in Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. See where this sits in the day's Garlic range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What Put Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹24,000
- Lowest Price Today₹23,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹23,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 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 0.3% above the period average, and just 3.7% 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
This table ranks Garlic rates across active mandis for 18 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,000 |
| 2 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 3 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 4 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 5 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 6 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 7 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 8 Thirupathur RM APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 9 Arani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 10 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 11 Manapparai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 12 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹25,000 |
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.
That ₹4,000 (16.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Garlic fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Garlic prices at Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹13,600 and ₹24,400, with the average around ₹23,441. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹23,600 | ₹23,800 |
| 14 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹23,600 | ₹23,800 |
| 24 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹23,300 | ₹23,650 |
| 16 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹23,600 | ₹23,800 |
| 15 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
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
Going to the top Garlic market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Garlic at this level on 18 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.