In the latest market update for 21 Sep 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹22,000 per quintal in Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Garlic Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹24,000
- Lowest Price Today₹20,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹22,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Sep 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Here's where today's Garlic rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Garlic is about 1.4% above the period average, sitting just 15.4% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Garlic rates across active mandis for 21 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,000 |
| 2 Palayamkottai(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 Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 11 Kancheepuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 12 DADRI APMC | ₹26,460 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Garlic prices at Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹18,000 and ₹26,000, with the average around ₹21,689. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 06 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 02 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
Aim for the best-paying Garlic yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
All told, this is where Garlic stood at Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 21 Sep 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.