As the 15 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Garlic was quoted at ₹19,500 per quintal in PMY Kangra APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Garlic Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹20,000
- Lowest Price Today₹19,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹19,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Oct 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Average)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 13.6% above the period average, and just 15.2% 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
The table below lines up Garlic rates across the markets that reported on 15 Oct 2026, so you can see where PMY Kangra APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹28,000 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 3 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 4 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 5 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 8 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 9 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 10 Thirupathur RM APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
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.
A spread of ₹2,000 (7.7%) 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 PMY Kangra APMC ranged between ₹12,000 and ₹23,000, with the average around ₹17,162. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹23,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹23,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹23,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹23,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹23,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
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
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
In a nutshell, Garlic was priced at this level in PMY Kangra APMC on 15 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.