In the latest market update for 16 Oct 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹4,500 per quintal in Bharthna APMC. See where this sits in the day's Garlic range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What Put Bharthna APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Garlic rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Garlic is about 23.8% above the period average, sitting just 10.0% 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
This table ranks Garlic rates across active mandis for 16 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 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 5 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 6 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 7 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Thirupathur RM APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Namakkal(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.
At ₹3,000 (11.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Garlic matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Bharthna APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹3,636. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 |
| 06 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 04 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 30 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 |
| 27 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
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
Before carting Garlic to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Garlic stood at Bharthna APMC on 16 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.