In the latest market update for 20 Oct 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹21,000 per quintal in Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Garlic Price
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹22,000
- Lowest Price Today₹20,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹21,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Garlic is about 9.3% below the period average — just 30.0% 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
Here's how Garlic rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 Arani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 10 Manapparai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 11 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 12 Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
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 ₹4,500 (18.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Garlic prices at Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹18,000 and ₹30,000, with the average around ₹23,156. 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 | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 19 Oct | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 18 Oct | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹30,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹30,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹30,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹26,000 |
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
Before carting Garlic to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Athur(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.