As fresh arrivals settled on 22 Oct 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹13,500 per quintal in Kathua (F&V) APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What Put Kathua (F&V) APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹15,000
- Lowest Price Today₹12,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹13,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Oct 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Garlic rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 1.6% above the period average and just 38.6% 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
Here's how Garlic rates stacked up across reporting markets on 22 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹27,500 |
| 2 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 3 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 4 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 5 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 9 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 10 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Thirupathur RM APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Kallakurichi(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.
The ₹1,500 (5.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Kathua (F&V) APMC ranged between ₹9,000 and ₹22,000, with the average around ₹13,290. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 22 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 21 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 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 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Kathua (F&V) APMC posted this Garlic rate on 22 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.