In the price report dated 18 Sep 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹20,500 per quintal in Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Garlic Rate
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹27,000
- Lowest Price Today₹14,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹20,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 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.
Today's rate is about 3.7% above the period average and just 24.1% 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
Here's how Garlic rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,000 |
| 2 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 3 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 4 Pudukottai(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
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.
A spread of ₹2,500 (9.4%) 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 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹11,000 and ₹27,000, with the average around ₹19,778. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 06 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 05 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 04 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 01 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 30 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 29 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹15,500 |
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
Bottom line: on 18 Sep 2026, Garlic traded at this rate in Chokkikulam(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.