Here's the 20 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Garlic was quoted at ₹12,100 per quintal in Shahabad APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Garlic Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,100
- Lowest Price Today₹12,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Here's where today's Garlic rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Garlic is about 33.7% above the period average — just 36.3% 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
This table ranks Garlic rates across active mandis for 20 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 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 4 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 5 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Thiruchengodu RM APMC | ₹26,250 |
| 8 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 9 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 10 Thirupathur RM APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Arani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 12 Manapparai(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.
A spread of ₹4,000 (16.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Garlic prices at Shahabad APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹19,000, with the average around ₹9,051. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹14,300 | ₹8,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 20 Oct | ₹12,100 | ₹12,100 | ₹12,100 |
| 19 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹8,600 | ₹10,000 |
| 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 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Shahabad APMC logged this Garlic rate on 20 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.