As the 16 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Garlic was quoted at ₹19,500 per quintal in Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Garlic today.
01What Put Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹20,000
- Lowest Price Today₹19,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹19,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 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.
Today's rate is about 30.8% above the period average and just 18.8% 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 16 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,000 |
| 2 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 3 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 5 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 6 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 7 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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.
A spread of ₹3,000 (11.5%) 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 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹11,000 and ₹24,000, with the average around ₹14,906. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹14,500 | ₹14,750 |
| 16 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Garlic rate on 16 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.