As the 30 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Garlic was quoted at ₹28,000 per quintal in Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What Put Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Garlic arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹30,000
- Lowest Price Today₹26,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹28,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date30 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.
Today's rate is about 8.6% above the period average and just 6.7% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Garlic rates stacked up across reporting markets on 30 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,500 |
| 2 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 3 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 5 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 6 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 10 Thirupathur RM APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Thammampatti (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 ₹3,500 (13.5%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Garlic prices at Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹20,000 and ₹30,000, with the average around ₹25,789. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Oct | ₹30,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹28,000 |
| 29 Oct | ₹28,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 28 Oct | ₹28,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 27 Oct | ₹28,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 26 Oct | ₹28,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 25 Oct | ₹28,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 24 Oct | ₹28,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 23 Oct | ₹28,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 22 Oct | ₹28,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 21 Oct | ₹28,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹28,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹28,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹28,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹28,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 21 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
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
Net-net, Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Garlic rate on 30 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.