In today's crop-price rundown for 17 Oct 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹22,000 per quintal in North Paravur Market APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Garlic Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹24,000
- Lowest Price Today₹20,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹22,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Average)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Garlic rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Garlic about 12.3% above the period average, and just 12.0% 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
This table ranks Garlic rates across active mandis for 17 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,000 |
| 2 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 3 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 4 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 5 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 6 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 7 Thiruchengodu RM APMC | ₹26,750 |
| 8 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Thammampatti (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.
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.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Garlic prices at North Paravur Market APMC ranged between ₹9,000 and ₹25,000, with the average around ₹19,586. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹22,500 | ₹23,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹22,500 | ₹23,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,500 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Garlic yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
The takeaway: North Paravur Market APMC reported Garlic at this level on 17 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.