Turning to the 17 Oct 2026 APMC board, Garlic was quoted at ₹25,500 per quintal in Arani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Garlic yards.
01What's Behind Today's Garlic Price
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₹27,000
- Lowest Price Today₹24,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹25,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 10.1% above the period average, and just 8.9% 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
This table ranks Garlic rates across active mandis for 17 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 5 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 6 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 7 Thiruchengodu RM APMC | ₹26,750 |
| 8 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Thirupathur RM APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(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.
That ₹3,000 (11.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Garlic fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Garlic prices at Arani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹18,000 and ₹28,000, with the average around ₹23,156. 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 | ₹27,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹25,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹27,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹25,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹27,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹25,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹25,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹27,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹25,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹26,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹27,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹25,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,500 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Garlic today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Arani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Garlic at this level on 17 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.