Based on what the markets reported on 13 Oct 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹15,250 per quintal in Vadhvan 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
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹15,500
- Lowest Price Today₹15,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹15,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Oct 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Garlic is about 0.4% below the period average — just 39.0% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Garlic rates stacked up across reporting markets on 13 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,000 |
| 2 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 3 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 4 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 5 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Tiruppur (South) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 11 Tiruchengode APMC | ₹26,250 |
| 12 Thiruchengodu RM APMC | ₹26,250 |
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.
That ₹2,750 (10.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Garlic fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Vadhvan APMC ranged between ₹7,500 and ₹25,000, with the average around ₹15,315. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Oct | ₹15,500 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,250 |
| 12 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,250 |
| 14 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,250 |
| 12 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,250 |
| 11 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,250 |
| 10 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 08 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 02 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 01 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 31 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 29 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 27 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 24 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹17,500 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,250 |
| 20 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹17,500 | ₹18,750 |
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
Before carting Garlic to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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
To wrap up, Vadhvan APMC logged this Garlic rate on 13 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.