Here's the 20 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Garlic was quoted at ₹21,000 per quintal in Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Garlic yard so you can see where this one falls.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Garlic Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹28,000
- Lowest Price Today₹14,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹21,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Garlic is about 11.7% below the period average — just 25.0% 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
This table ranks Garlic rates across active mandis for 20 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 | ₹29,000 |
| 3 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 4 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 5 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Thiruchengodu RM APMC | ₹26,250 |
| 8 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 9 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 10 Thirupathur RM APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Arani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 12 Manapparai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
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.
At ₹4,000 (16.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Garlic matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Garlic prices at Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹12,000 and ₹28,000, with the average around ₹23,783. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹28,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 19 Oct | ₹28,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 18 Oct | ₹28,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹27,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹27,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹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
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Garlic rate on 20 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.