In the latest market update for 17 Oct 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹6,860 per quintal in Narmadapuram (F&V) APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What's Behind Today's Garlic Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹11,150
- Lowest Price Today₹6,530
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,860
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 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 0.2% above the period average, sitting just 38.5% 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 17 Oct 2026, so you can see where Narmadapuram (F&V) 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 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 3 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 4 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 5 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 6 Mettur(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 Thirupathur RM APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Namakkal(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.
The ₹3,000 (11.5%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Garlic prices at Narmadapuram (F&V) APMC ranged between ₹6,010 and ₹11,150, with the average around ₹6,843. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹11,150 | ₹6,530 | ₹6,860 |
| 14 Oct | ₹10,970 | ₹6,450 | ₹6,860 |
| 13 Oct | ₹10,950 | ₹6,470 | ₹6,840 |
| 24 Sep | ₹10,700 | ₹6,050 | ₹6,750 |
| 23 Sep | ₹10,770 | ₹6,080 | ₹6,700 |
| 22 Sep | ₹10,850 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,680 |
| 21 Sep | ₹10,870 | ₹6,070 | ₹6,700 |
| 18 Sep | ₹10,840 | ₹6,050 | ₹6,700 |
| 17 Sep | ₹10,790 | ₹6,040 | ₹6,680 |
| 16 Sep | ₹10,840 | ₹6,010 | ₹6,730 |
| 15 Sep | ₹10,890 | ₹6,050 | ₹6,720 |
| 11 Sep | ₹10,840 | ₹6,660 | ₹7,200 |
| 10 Sep | ₹10,810 | ₹6,640 | ₹7,200 |
| 09 Sep | ₹10,850 | ₹6,670 | ₹7,180 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Garlic stood at Narmadapuram (F&V) APMC on 17 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.