In today's crop-price rundown for 21 Sep 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹29,000 per quintal in Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Garlic Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹30,000
- Lowest Price Today₹28,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹29,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Sep 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Garlic about 5.9% above the period average, and just 12.1% 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 21 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,000 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 3 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 5 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 6 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 7 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Kancheepuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 11 Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 12 DADRI APMC | ₹26,460 |
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.
A spread of ₹2,540 (9.6%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Garlic prices at Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹20,000 and ₹33,000, with the average around ₹27,378. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹27,000 | ₹28,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 06 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹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
When picking where to sell Garlic, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Garlic at this level on 21 Sep 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.