Here's the 22 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Garlic was quoted at ₹20,000 per quintal in Padappai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Garlic Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹24,000
- Lowest Price Today₹16,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹20,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Oct 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Garlic is about 11.1% below the period average, sitting just 33.3% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Garlic rates stacked up across reporting markets on 22 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹27,500 |
| 2 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 3 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 4 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 5 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 7 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 8 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 9 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 10 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Arani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
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.
The ₹2,000 (7.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Garlic prices at Padappai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹16,000 and ₹30,000, with the average around ₹22,500. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 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 |
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
For Garlic, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
To sum up, this was the Garlic rate at Padappai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 22 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.