Across the reporting yards on 22 Oct 2026, Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Garlic, clocking the day's best rate at ₹27,500 per quintal. The gap to the next-best yard was wide enough to make this the day's clear Garlic leader.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Garlic Rate
When a yard sits on top, it often means quality lots and active bidders showed up together.
- Highest Recorded Price₹28,000
- Lowest Price Today₹27,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹27,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 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.
This puts Garlic about 2.6% 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 22 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 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹27,500 |
| 2 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 3 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 4 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 5 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 7 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 8 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 9 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 10 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Arani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Garlic.
A spread of ₹2,000 (7.8%) 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 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹20,000 and ₹30,000, with the average around ₹28,242. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Oct | ₹28,000 | ₹27,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 21 Oct | ₹28,000 | ₹27,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 20 Oct | ₹28,000 | ₹27,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹28,000 | ₹27,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 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 |
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
The headline Garlic rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
The takeaway: Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC was the market to beat for Garlic on 22 Oct 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.