With the 17 Sep 2026 auctions now in, Garlic was quoted at ₹19,650 per quintal in Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Garlic yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What Put Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹20,300
- Lowest Price Today₹19,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹19,650
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Sep 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.
Today's rate is about 7.4% above the period average and just 14.6% 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 17 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,000 |
| 2 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 3 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 4 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 5 Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 6 Padappai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 7 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 8 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 9 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 11 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
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.
The ₹3,000 (11.5%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Garlic prices at Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹13,600 and ₹23,000, with the average around ₹18,294. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Nov | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 09 Nov | ₹20,000 | ₹17,700 | ₹18,850 |
| 07 Nov | ₹20,000 | ₹17,100 | ₹18,550 |
| 06 Nov | ₹20,000 | ₹17,500 | ₹18,750 |
| 05 Nov | ₹20,000 | ₹18,700 | ₹19,350 |
| 04 Nov | ₹23,000 | ₹19,900 | ₹21,450 |
| 03 Nov | ₹20,000 | ₹17,700 | ₹18,850 |
| 02 Nov | ₹20,000 | ₹17,100 | ₹18,550 |
| 01 Nov | ₹19,000 | ₹16,700 | ₹17,850 |
| 31 Oct | ₹19,000 | ₹15,200 | ₹17,100 |
| 30 Oct | ₹19,000 | ₹14,200 | ₹16,600 |
| 29 Oct | ₹17,000 | ₹13,600 | ₹15,300 |
| 28 Oct | ₹17,000 | ₹14,600 | ₹15,800 |
| 27 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹14,600 | ₹15,300 |
| 26 Oct | ₹18,000 | ₹14,600 | ₹16,300 |
| 25 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹17,700 | ₹18,850 |
| 24 Oct | ₹18,000 | ₹16,100 | ₹17,050 |
| 23 Oct | ₹17,500 | ₹16,100 | ₹16,800 |
| 22 Oct | ₹17,500 | ₹16,100 | ₹16,800 |
| 21 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹16,700 | ₹18,350 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Garlic rate on 17 Sep 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.