As the 12 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Garlic was quoted at ₹16,500 per quintal in Narnaul 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
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹16,500
- Lowest Price Today₹16,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹16,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Garlic rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 5.9% above the period average and just 8.3% 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 12 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,000 |
| 2 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 3 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 4 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 5 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 10 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Thirupathur APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
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 ₹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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Narnaul APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹18,000, with the average around ₹15,586. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹16,500 | ₹16,500 | ₹16,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹17,500 | ₹17,500 | ₹17,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹17,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹17,500 | ₹17,500 | ₹17,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹17,500 | ₹18,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹17,500 | ₹17,500 | ₹17,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹17,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹17,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹17,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹17,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹17,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹17,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹15,000 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Garlic, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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
Net-net, Narnaul APMC posted this Garlic rate on 12 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.