In the mandi rate roundup for 18 Oct 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹23,500 per quintal in Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
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₹24,000
- Lowest Price Today₹23,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹23,500
- 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.
Today's rate is about 2.5% above the period average and just 2.1% 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
This table ranks Garlic rates across active mandis for 18 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,000 |
| 2 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 3 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 5 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 8 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 9 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 10 Thirupathur RM APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Arani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
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 (13.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Garlic prices at Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹18,000 and ₹24,000, with the average around ₹22,933. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 18 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Oct 2026, Garlic traded at this rate in Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.