Pulling together the 18 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Garlic was quoted at ₹22,000 per quintal in Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What Put Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹26,000
- Lowest Price Today₹18,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹22,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Garlic rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Garlic is about 0.2% above the period average — just 21.4% 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
Here's how Garlic rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,000 |
| 2 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 3 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 5 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Thirupathur RM APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 8 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 9 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 10 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Thammampatti (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.
At ₹3,500 (13.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Garlic matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Garlic prices at Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹18,000 and ₹28,000, with the average around ₹21,967. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹26,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹28,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹28,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹28,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹28,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹28,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹28,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 |
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
Selling Garlic well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Garlic rate on 18 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.