Pulling together the 16 Sep 2026 mandi readings, Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Garlic, clocking the day's best rate at ₹29,000 per quintal. It edged out every other market that reported Garlic today, setting the tone for the session.
01What's Behind Today's Garlic Price
Strong rates like these tend to hold up when the trade behind them is broad, not just a one-off bid.
- Highest Recorded Price₹30,000
- Lowest Price Today₹28,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹29,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Sep 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Garlic is about 19.2% above the period average — just 9.4% 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
This table ranks Garlic rates across active mandis for 16 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,000 |
| 2 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 3 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 4 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 5 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 6 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 7 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 8 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,800 |
| 9 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 10 Avallapalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 11 PMY Kangra APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 12 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Garlic.
That ₹7,000 (31.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Garlic fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Garlic prices at Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹16,000 and ₹32,000, with the average around ₹24,331. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 06 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹27,500 | ₹27,750 |
| 02 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹32,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹31,000 |
| 30 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹27,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 26 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹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
For Garlic, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Garlic found its strongest bid at Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 16 Sep 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.