Pulling together the 16 Jul 2026 mandi readings, Garlic was quoted at ₹9,000 per quintal in Ratlam APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
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₹23,500
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Jul 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.
Right now Garlic is about 28.6% above the period average — just 64.0% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Garlic rates across the markets that reported on 16 Jul 2026, so you can see where Ratlam APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹31,000 |
| 2 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 3 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 4 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 5 Vadalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 6 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 7 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 8 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 9 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,200 |
| 10 Aroor Market APMC | ₹24,200 |
| 11 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 12 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
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 ₹7,000 (29.2%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Ratlam APMC ranged between ₹200 and ₹25,001, with the average around ₹6,997. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Aug | ₹20,600 | ₹1,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹18,400 | ₹2,712 | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹19,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹18,500 | ₹600 | ₹5,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹19,101 | ₹2,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,490 | ₹6,490 | ₹6,490 |
| 04 Aug | ₹18,611 | ₹500 | ₹6,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹18,812 | ₹1,050 | ₹7,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹19,001 | ₹1,700 | ₹9,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹18,800 | ₹1,400 | ₹5,700 |
| 28 Jul | ₹18,777 | ₹1,313 | ₹5,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹17,640 | ₹1,500 | ₹6,100 |
| 24 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹16,701 | ₹2,000 | ₹6,600 |
| 22 Jul | ₹21,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹6,900 |
| 21 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹22,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹22,312 | ₹1,000 | ₹6,400 |
| 17 Jul | ₹22,500 | ₹1,250 | ₹7,600 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Garlic, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Ratlam APMC logged this Garlic rate on 16 Jul 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.