Reading today's price tape for 15 Oct 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹6,200 per quintal in Sitamau APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Garlic Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,610
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Oct 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Garlic is about 4.0% above the period average, sitting just 61.5% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
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 Sitamau 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 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 5 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 8 Thirupathur RM APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 9 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 10 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
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.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Garlic prices at Sitamau APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹16,100, with the average around ₹5,963. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Oct | ₹12,610 | ₹2,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 14 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹2,245 | ₹6,400 |
| 13 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹14,520 | ₹2,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹16,100 | ₹1,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹9,600 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,300 |
| 19 Sep | ₹15,210 | ₹3,400 | ₹6,610 |
| 18 Sep | ₹12,140 | ₹3,200 | ₹6,700 |
| 17 Sep | ₹12,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹7,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹4,970 | ₹6,530 |
| 10 Sep | ₹9,520 | ₹2,100 | ₹5,710 |
| 09 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹7,500 |
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
The day's best Garlic rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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
All told, this is where Garlic stood at Sitamau APMC on 15 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.