Going by the latest APMC figures for 17 Oct 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹27,000 per quintal in Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Garlic yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Garlic Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹28,000
- Lowest Price Today₹26,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹27,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 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.
This puts Garlic about 7.3% above the period average, and just 15.6% 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 17 Oct 2026, so you can see where Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,000 |
| 2 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 3 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 4 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 5 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 6 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 7 Thiruchengodu RM APMC | ₹26,750 |
| 8 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Garlic.
The ₹3,000 (11.5%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Garlic prices at Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹16,000 and ₹32,000, with the average around ₹25,158. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹27,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 20 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 | ₹28,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 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 |
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Garlic was priced at this level in Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 17 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.