Reading today's price tape for 12 Oct 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹13,000 per quintal in SMY Dhanotu APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Garlic Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹16,000
- Lowest Price Today₹10,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹13,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Garlic rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Garlic is about 40.6% above the period average — just 18.8% 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
The table below lines up Garlic rates across the markets that reported on 12 Oct 2026, so you can see where SMY Dhanotu APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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
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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at SMY Dhanotu APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹16,000, with the average around ₹9,249. 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 | ₹16,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹10,550 |
| 19 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,550 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, SMY Dhanotu APMC logged this Garlic rate on 12 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.