With the 18 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Garlic was quoted at ₹27,500 per quintal in Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. See where this sits in the day's Garlic range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Garlic Rate
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹28,000
- Lowest Price Today₹27,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹27,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 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.
This puts Garlic about 2.2% below the period average, and just 8.3% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Garlic rates across the markets that reported on 18 Oct 2026, so you can see where Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,000 |
| 2 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 3 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 4 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 5 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 6 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 7 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 8 Thirupathur RM APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 9 Arani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 10 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 11 Manapparai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 12 Vazhapadi(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.
The ₹4,000 (16.0%) 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 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹20,000 and ₹30,000, with the average around ₹28,131. 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 Oct | ₹28,000 | ₹27,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹28,000 | ₹27,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹28,000 | ₹27,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹28,000 | ₹27,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹29,500 | ₹29,750 |
| 23 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Garlic, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Garlic at this level on 18 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.