Today at Keralam (state average), Garlic settled near ₹18,000 per quintal (down ₹2000 (about 10%) versus the previous day). Farmers and buyers in can read the high, low and recent pattern below.
Average, High and Low — Today's Math
- Highest Price Today₹18,200 / Qtl
- Lowest Price Today₹17,600 / Qtl
- Average (Modal) Price₹18,000 / Qtl
- Quality Grade /
- Market StateKeralam
In mandi terms, as long as the average (₹18,000) is steady, trade is considered reliable. Between today's high and low (₹18,200), the average emerged as a stable centre.
Seasonal Context · General Guidance
This is the Kharif harvest and post-monsoon period. Fresh arrivals rise during these weeks, which can soften prices for surplus commodities. For accurate local conditions, check your regional weather department updates.
Where Is Garlic Getting a Better Price?
| Mandi / Market | Modal Price (₹/Qtl) |
|---|---|
| Chengannur Market APMC | ₹18,000 |
Recent Price Movement
| Date | High | Low | Average (Modal) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Oct 2026 | ₹18,200 | ₹17,600 | ₹18,000 |
| 30 Oct 2026 | ₹20,590 | ₹19,410 | ₹20,000 |
| 29 Oct 2026 | ₹21,025 | ₹19,825 | ₹20,467 |
| 28 Oct 2026 | ₹20,292 | ₹18,575 | ₹19,767 |
| 27 Oct 2026 | ₹23,083 | ₹18,450 | ₹21,400 |
| 26 Oct 2026 | ₹22,563 | ₹19,975 | ₹20,900 |
| 25 Oct 2026 | ₹21,275 | ₹20,975 | ₹21,250 |
| 24 Oct 2026 | ₹22,043 | ₹19,500 | ₹20,200 |
| 23 Oct 2026 | ₹21,700 | ₹19,500 | ₹20,375 |
| 22 Oct 2026 | ₹20,632 | ₹18,695 | ₹19,573 |
| 21 Oct 2026 | ₹18,350 | ₹17,075 | ₹17,225 |
| 20 Oct 2026 | ₹21,250 | ₹20,100 | ₹20,175 |
| 19 Oct 2026 | ₹22,451 | ₹20,921 | ₹21,414 |
| 18 Oct 2026 | ₹18,550 | ₹18,450 | ₹18,500 |
| 17 Oct 2026 | ₹22,086 | ₹19,857 | ₹21,129 |
| 16 Oct 2026 | ₹22,829 | ₹20,814 | ₹21,586 |
| 15 Oct 2026 | ₹22,756 | ₹20,522 | ₹21,511 |
| 14 Oct 2026 | ₹21,732 | ₹20,005 | ₹20,691 |
| 13 Oct 2026 | ₹21,896 | ₹20,004 | ₹20,975 |
| 12 Oct 2026 | ₹21,323 | ₹19,550 | ₹20,245 |
For Farmers — When and How Much to Sell?
Read today's ₹18,200 rate alongside current arrivals. When the price is good, selling some produce is sensible. Selling everything in one day risks a loss if prices fall later.
Wholesale Perspective — Buying Advice
Commercially, today's Garlic tone (a downward) suggests moving ahead carefully. Before buying large lots, factor in transport cost and storage — that's the real balance for margins.