In the mandi rate roundup for 18 Oct 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹26,000 per quintal in Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Garlic yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What's Behind Today's Garlic Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹26,000
- Lowest Price Today₹26,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹26,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
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 7.4% below the period average and just 16.1% 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 18 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,000 |
| 2 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 3 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 5 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 8 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 9 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 10 Thirupathur RM APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Arani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
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 ₹3,500 (13.7%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Garlic prices at Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹22,000 and ₹31,000, with the average around ₹28,089. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 18 Oct | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 |
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, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Oct 2026, Garlic traded at this rate in Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.