With the 16 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Garlic was quoted at ₹26,000 per quintal in KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Garlic markets.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Garlic Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹26,000
- Lowest Price Today₹26,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹26,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Garlic rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Garlic about 3.4% below the period average, and just 18.8% 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
Here's how Garlic rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 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 | ₹28,000 |
| 3 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 5 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 6 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 7 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Thirupathur RM APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Garlic prices at KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹22,000 and ₹32,000, with the average around ₹26,928. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹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
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
The takeaway: KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Garlic at this level on 16 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.