From today's trading desk on 21 Oct 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹19,000 per quintal in SMY Palampur APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Garlic Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹20,000
- Lowest Price Today₹18,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹19,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Average)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 15.2% above the period average, sitting just 13.6% 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 21 Oct 2026, so you can see where SMY Palampur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,000 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 3 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 4 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 5 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Thirupathur RM APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 7 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 8 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 9 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 10 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 KKNagar(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 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Garlic prices at SMY Palampur APMC ranged between ₹10,000 and ₹22,000, with the average around ₹16,499. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 21 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 20 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 19 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
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
Going to the top Garlic market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Garlic stood at SMY Palampur APMC on 21 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.