Pulling together the 18 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Garlic was quoted at ₹24,000 per quintal in Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Garlic Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹24,000
- Lowest Price Today₹24,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹24,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Garlic is about 12.3% above the period average, sitting just 7.7% 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
Here's how Garlic rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,000 |
| 2 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 3 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 4 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 5 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 6 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 7 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 8 Thirupathur RM APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 9 Arani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 10 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 11 Manapparai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 12 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹25,000 |
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.
At ₹4,000 (16.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Garlic matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Garlic prices at Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹18,000 and ₹26,000, with the average around ₹21,372. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹23,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹23,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹23,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 |
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
Selling Garlic well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Garlic stood at Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 18 Oct 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.