Here's the 20 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Garlic was quoted at ₹24,500 per quintal in Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for 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₹25,000
- Lowest Price Today₹24,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹24,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Garlic is about 5.1% above the period average, sitting just 12.5% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
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.
At ₹4,500 (18.4%), 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 Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹16,000 and ₹28,000, with the average around ₹23,322. 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 | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 18 Oct | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹27,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹27,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹27,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹27,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹27,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹27,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹27,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
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
Going to the top Garlic market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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 sum up, this was the Garlic rate at Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 20 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.