Going by the latest APMC figures for 17 Oct 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹6,000 per quintal in Shahabad APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Garlic markets.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Garlic Rate
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₹6,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Garlic about 33.1% below the period average, and just 68.4% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Garlic rates across active mandis for 17 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,000 |
| 2 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 3 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 4 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 5 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 6 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 7 Thiruchengodu RM APMC | ₹26,750 |
| 8 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Thirupathur RM APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Garlic.
A spread of ₹3,000 (11.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Shahabad APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹19,000, with the average around ₹8,962. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹14,400 | ₹6,400 | ₹11,400 |
| 14 Oct | ₹12,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹15,700 | ₹7,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹15,100 | ₹7,600 | ₹9,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹19,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹12,100 |
| 23 Sep | ₹16,500 | ₹6,700 | ₹14,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹15,300 | ₹4,250 | ₹11,100 |
| 21 Sep | ₹15,100 | ₹8,800 | ₹12,300 |
| 19 Sep | ₹14,100 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹15,600 | ₹11,600 | ₹12,300 |
| 17 Sep | ₹17,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹9,200 |
| 16 Sep | ₹12,700 | ₹6,725 | ₹11,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹8,100 | ₹11,750 |
| 11 Sep | ₹17,400 | ₹6,500 | ₹13,300 |
| 10 Sep | ₹16,300 | ₹6,200 | ₹11,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹15,700 | ₹5,850 | ₹13,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹15,700 | ₹6,005 | ₹12,000 |
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
When picking where to sell Garlic, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Shahabad APMC reported Garlic at this level on 17 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.