From today's trading desk on 18 Sep 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹26,000 per quintal in Padappai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put Padappai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹30,000
- Lowest Price Today₹22,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹26,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Garlic is about 16.1% above the period average — just 13.3% 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
The table below lines up Garlic rates across the markets that reported on 18 Sep 2026, so you can see where Padappai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,000 |
| 2 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 3 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 4 Guduvancheri(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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
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.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Garlic prices at Padappai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹16,000 and ₹30,000, with the average around ₹22,400. 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 | ₹30,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹28,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹24,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 26 Jul | ₹24,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹24,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 19 Jul | ₹24,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 12 Jul | ₹26,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 05 Jul | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 30 Jun | ₹25,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 28 Jun | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 27 Jun | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 22 Jun | ₹22,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹20,500 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Garlic yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
To wrap up, Padappai(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.