Reading today's price tape for 26 Oct 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹17,500 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's Behind Today's Garlic Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹20,000
- Lowest Price Today₹15,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹17,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 Oct 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Garlic rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Garlic is about 21.0% below the period average — just 41.7% 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
Here's how Garlic rates stacked up across reporting markets on 26 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹31,000 |
| 2 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹30,500 |
| 3 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 5 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 6 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 7 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 8 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 11 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Thirupathur RM APMC | ₹26,000 |
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.
That ₹5,000 (19.2%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Garlic fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Garlic prices at Padappai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹15,000 and ₹30,000, with the average around ₹22,146. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 23 Oct | ₹22,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 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 |
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Padappai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Garlic rate on 26 Oct 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.