In the price report dated 14 Oct 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹15,000 per quintal in Kathua (F&V) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Garlic Price
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹16,000
- Lowest Price Today₹14,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹15,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 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 13.4% above the period average and just 31.8% 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
The table below lines up Garlic rates across the markets that reported on 14 Oct 2026, so you can see where Kathua (F&V) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,000 |
| 2 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 3 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 4 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 5 Tiruppur (South) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 10 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Thirupathur RM 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.
That ₹3,000 (11.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Garlic fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Kathua (F&V) APMC ranged between ₹9,000 and ₹22,000, with the average around ₹13,223. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹17,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹17,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,500 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Kathua (F&V) APMC posted this Garlic rate on 14 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.